Elmo
Elmo is the fun-loving main character in Sesame Street whom every child across the world loves. On Sesame Street, Elmo represents optimism by always being cheery and having "a glass half full" kind of mindset (Muppet Fandom).
Sesame Street:
A...B...C, C is for Communication
Meet the Characters
Everyone knows and loves the characters on Sesame Street, but what they may not know is Sesame Street's main characters each fulfill a certain emotion or life lesson. For example, Elmo always has a smile on his face, which represents optimism. These little patterns in the characters communicate to children how to identify and channel their emotions in a healthy way.
Big Bird
Big Bird is always curious about the world around him. He loves to be included in the Sesame Street gang, and he values his friends over everything in life. He has learned to give a lending hand to all of his friends in need, which is why he represents the emotions kindness and compassion in Sesame Street (Muppet Fandom).
Abby
Abby has lots of magical powers because of her special wand she carries everywhere. She always loves to learn more about the world around her, which is why she represents curiosity. Even though she is familiar with the world of fairy tales, Abby is astounded by such basic learning skills as drawing letters or counting, prompting her catchphrase "That's so magic!" (Wikipedia).
Cookie Monster
His favorite catchphrase is "Me want cookie!" Even if he does love cookies, he expresses he also loves vegetables in the song "Me Am What Me Am" in an effort to lower childhood obesity. He represents hunger, which relates to children of all ages (Muppet Wiki).
Bert and Ernie
Although these two pals get on each others nerves, they are together 24-7. Ernie somehow often finds himself in trouble throughout the episodes. Bert, however, is always by his side, watching out for him.These two buddies are stuck like glue and represent a healthy friendship on Sesame Street (Wikipedia).
Grover
Grover is a heroic character who's always willing to lend a helping hand. He is known for being Super Grover, and he flies all over Sesame Street. He uses his super powers for good and loves to teach children bravery, which is the emotion he portrays (Muppet Fandom).
Oscar the Grouch
Oscar the Grouch lives in a trash can, and he LOVES trash. He demonstrates many emotions for children, which include grumpiness and tolerance because many of the characters get annoyed with him, but they all come together and start to like him (Muppet Wiki).
