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YouTube Launches Extensive Free Sesame Street Library

1/16/2026

Summary

Story summary

YouTube, the video platform owned by Google, has launched the largest Sesame Street library with over 100 free episodes on YouTube and YouTube Kids.
The collection includes the 1969 premiere, Mr. Hooper’s farewell, and the reveal of Snuffleupagus.
Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind Sesame Street, partners with YouTube to offer ABCs and STEM compilations.
The initiative improves streaming accessibility amid Sesame Street’s recent transition to Netflix for new episodes.

History

Historical Context

Sesame Street premiered on November 10, 1969, transforming children's television with its educational approach. By 1979, it reached 9 million young viewers daily, significantly impacting early childhood education. The show's evolution, including a recent partnership with YouTube, highlights its adaptability to digital platforms, ensuring continued access to foundational learning for children in an ever-changing media landscape.

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Story summary

YouTube, the video platform owned by Google, has launched the largest Sesame Street library with over 100 free episodes on YouTube and YouTube Kids.
The collection includes the 1969 premiere, Mr. Hooper’s farewell, and the reveal of Snuffleupagus.
Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind Sesame Street, partners with YouTube to offer ABCs and STEM compilations.
The initiative improves streaming accessibility amid Sesame Street’s recent transition to Netflix for new episodes.

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