At Climate Week, Elmo recalls a storm on Sesame Street: ‘Courage is when you still help others’
During Climate Week in New York, the Sesame Street character Elmo discussed the emotional impact of climate-related disasters on children. The event, 'Big Storms, Big Feelings,' focused on building resilience and community support in the face of the climate crisis.
Why it matters
Using popular children's media to address climate anxiety highlights the growing social impact of environmental change on younger generations.
Elmo at the ‘Big Storms, Big Feelings’ event: ‘As you’re with the people you love, you’ll be home. And that’s true in any weather.’ Photograph: Sesame Street Elmo at the ‘Big Storms, Big Feelings’ event: ‘As you’re with the people you love, you’ll be home. And that’s true in any weather.’ Photograph: Sesame Street Environment At Climate Week, Elmo recalls a storm on Sesame Street: ‘Courage is when you still help others’ New York event hears about the red Muppet’s fears during a recent storm as climate crisis increasingly affects children
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