Elmo, Super Grover, Big Bird, and their Sesame Street friends point out all the heroes--and essential workers--that are right in our own neighborhoods. As the world deals with COVID-19, this hardcover picture book is terrific for helping young boys and girls feel protected and appreciative. Added content offers ways kids can thank the essential workers.--

"Jackson Stander is every parent's dream. He doesn't get into trouble, he always does his homework, and he never ever lies. His teachers all trust him completely. He even volunteers at the local Youth Center. But that was before Jackson came across an evil ventriloquist dummy. Now he must deal with Slappy wreaking havoc on his own family and friends. Jackson will soon see that two Slappys are not better than one" --P. [4] of cover.

The storytime puppets set out on an adventure to find their missing friend Hermit Crab after the lights go out at the library.

A thirteen-year-old boy describes the poverty and discontent of eighteenth century Osaka and the world of puppeteers in which he lives.

After moving to a busy new neighborhood with his mother, Louie decides to explore and see if there is anyone he might like to have as a father.

Because he wants his mother to continue reading to him at bedtime Grover is reluctant to tell her that he knows how to read.

Elmo, Zoe, Big Bird, and Grover are camping out in the backyard, but strange noises and shadows make them too frightened to sleep.

Big Bird shares his new pail and shovel with his friends with amazing results.

Big Bird learns that it takes practice to become a great violin player.

Everyone on Sesame Street helps Oscar have the rottenest birthday ever.