Last year, Sesame Street broke new ground with the addition of Julia, a new Muppet with Autism. An old friend of Elmo’s, Julia made her debut during World Autism Month/National Autism Awareness Month bringing with her a message – that we can “see amazing in all children.” Now, as Julia celebrates one year on Sesame Street, the folks at Hasbro are bringing her into the toy aisle as a new neighbor in their Playskool mini plush line. Available now from Hasbro Toy Shop (an affiliate) and major retailers nationwide, Julia is a cuddly friend for children ages 12 months and up! See her below…
For more resources including stories, videos and activities, check out the Sesame Street and Autism site. It’s a colorful destination filled with fun for kids and parents, and in case you missed it when it aired last year (or just want to see it again), here’s “Meet Julia” – her first appearance on the show. In this 10-minute clip, Big Bird meets Julia for the very first time….
