Sesame Street: Autism Acceptance

In the United States, an estimated one in 54 children is diagnosed on the autism spectrum. But while the diagnosis is increasingly common, public understanding of autism is not. At Sesame Workshop, we know that all children want the same things: to feel safe, happy, and loved. And all children have something to contribute—unique perspectives and talents that help make the world a richer and more interesting place.

That’s why we created Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children, an initiative aimed at communities with children ages 2 to 5. Developed with input from people with autism, parents, and providers who serve the autism community, See Amazing in All Children offers families free bilingual tools and tips to manage common challenges, to simplify everyday activities, and to grow connections and support from family, friends, and community. We work with a host of partner organizations and community providers to make sure our materials are getting into the hands of families who need them most.