Sesame Street: Season 15

Episode 1: Gordon and Snuffy run in the NYC Marathon 1983-11-21 Big Bird helps Snuffleupagus train for the NYC Marathon while the Sesame Street crew cheers on Gordon. Despite Snuffy's repeated tardiness at every checkpoint, Big Bird patiently waits for his friend to finish the race, even sleeping in the park overnight. Gordon and Susan eventually return to help push their car home as thanks for Big Bird's loyalty. Sponsors: K, 2 Episode 2: Big Bird can't get back to sleep 1983-11-22 Big Bird wakes from a nightmare and struggles to fall back asleep despite help from Maria, Susan, and the Honkers. Maria falls asleep mid-relaxation advice while Susan's bedtime stories don't help, but the Honkers' rendition of "Brahms' Lullaby" finally gets Big Bird to sleep. Sponsors: C, K, 3 Episode 3: Episode 1838 1983-11-23 The cast sings about circles while Forgetful Jones accidentally buys basketball sneakers instead of horseshoes for Buster the Horse. Big Bird performs a poem about the letter S with kids acting out related words, though Mr. Snuffleupagus doesn't appear in time for the conclusion. Sponsors: S, W, 4 Episode 4: The adults explain Mr. Hooper's death to Big Bird 1983-11-24 When Big Bird eagerly presents drawings he made of his adult friends, he's devastated to learn that Mr. Hooper has died. The adults gently explain what death means, reassuring Big Bird that they'll help care for him and David will run the store. Big Bird tearfully says goodbye to Mr. Hooper's portrait as his friends comfort him. Sponsors: J, M, 5 Episode 5: Maria helps Forgetful remember things by writing them down 1983-11-25 Maria teaches Forgetful Jones to remember by writing things down, asking him to jot down the number seven and other information. However, Forgetful ends up with piles of papers for everything he wants to remember, leaving him buried under his own notes by evening. Sponsors: G, N, 7 Episode 6: Oscar teaches the DBC's 1983-11-28 Oscar proudly teaches the Grouchketeers his own "Grouch alphabet" starting with D for "dirt" and "dust." After Gordon finally delivers the promised three bags of dirt (cleverly tiny ones), Oscar reluctantly agrees to teach the correct alphabet despite being outwitted. Sponsors: D, E, 12 Episode 7: Episode 1842 1983-11-29 Big Bird leads imaginary elephants into a pretend closet to teach addition while confusing Luis. Oscar demonstrates that objects don't need to be in one place to count correctly, then gets annoyed at teaching something nice. Sponsors: P, T, 8 Episode 8: Big Bird's toys 1983-11-30 Forgetful Jones plays cymbals off-cue during "Pop Goes the Weasel" until he gets the timing right. The group examines autographs on casts and learns that worms are invertebrates, while Big Bird teaches others to put toys away. Sponsors: T, X, 11 Episode 9: Episode 1844 1983-12-01 Big Bird finds a "Se Habla Español" sign blown by the wind to a tree and tries mailing it to Puerto Rico. Oscar demonstrates subtraction with bowling balls while Forgetful Jones discusses the word "love" with Clementine. Sponsors: W, Z, 10 Episode 10: Dr. Nobel Price \"discovers\" the law of gravity 1983-12-02 Gilbert and Sullivan sing "The Letter B" while Oscar plans a vacation with predictably Grouch packing. Dr. Nobel Price drops his teddy bear repeatedly and declares he's discovered gravity, ignoring Olivia's attempts to explain it. Sponsors: B, L, 9 Episode 11: Barkley's bath 1983-12-05 The gang prepares a bath for Barkley using an inflatable pool and increasing amounts of water. When Snuffleupagus arrives thirsty and drinks the entire tub, nobody believes Big Bird's story until later when they finally bathe and dry off the dog. Sponsors: D, J, 12 Episode 12: Oscar's eclipse party 1983-12-06 Oscar throws an eclipse party with his Grouch telescope while Telly panics about the moon disappearing and prepares with a protective outfit. Maria scolds Oscar for tricking Telly, allowing him to yell at the Grouch before they reconcile. Sponsors: D, H, 2 Episode 13: Dr. Nobel Price invents a puzzle 1983-12-07 Oscar hosts Monster on the Spot radio while dismissing various sounds until Telly's complaining becomes "beautiful." When Dr. Nobel Price accidentally breaks his picture, he invents a puzzle by putting the pieces together with Olivia's help. Sponsors: H, Q, 3 Episode 14: Episode 1849 1983-12-08 Oscar runs a dog training school teaching dogs to disobey him, adding "don't" to commands when his initial approach fails. Snuffleupagus confirms his reality while Gordon unknowingly plays a duet with Snuffy thinking it's Big Bird. Sponsors: Q, V, 4 Episode 15: Max Monster's broken wagon 1983-12-09 Bob and Oscar quarrel over the letter Q while Big Bird teaches about cooperation. Max brings his broken wagon to be fixed, refusing to replace it despite being missing every part except the handle. Sponsors: Q, R, 4 Episode 16: Episode 1851 1983-12-12 The gang participates in various educational activities exploring letters, numbers, and skills together. Sponsors: F, O, 6 Episode 17: Episode 1852 1983-12-13 Short educational segments teach letters, numbers, and social skills through character interactions. Sponsors: P, R, 7 Episode 18: Gladys needs a new cowbell 1983-12-14 Gladys the Grouch cow needs a new cowbell, and the Sesame Street community helps her find or create a replacement for her beloved noisemaker. Sponsors: R, Z, 8 Episode 19: Snuffy is sick 1983-12-15 Snuffleupagus becomes ill and Big Bird cares for him while friends visit to check on his condition and offer support during his recovery. Sponsors: O, U, 9 Episode 20: Episode 1855 1983-12-16 Characters engage in educational segments and interactive activities exploring various learning topics. Sponsors: M, T, 9 Episode 21: Polly Darton visits 1983-12-19 Country music star Polly Darton visits Sesame Street, performing songs and spending time with the characters in musical celebration. Sponsors: A, X, 11 Episode 22: Rhyming for Reasons 1983-12-20 Big Bird and friends explore rhyming words and their creative uses in stories, songs, and games throughout the episode. Sponsors: A, E, 12 Episode 23: Captain Vegetable comes to Sesame Street 1983-12-21 Captain Vegetable arrives to teach the characters about healthy vegetables and the importance of proper nutrition. Sponsors: C, Y, 2 Episode 24: Bernie, a piano tuner, tunes Oscar's piano; Olivia dates with Bernie 1983-12-22 Piano tuner Bernie arrives to fix Oscar's instrument but develops a connection with Olivia instead, exploring themes of unexpected romance. Sponsors: L, Y, 3 Episode 25: Episode 1860 1983-12-23 The cast engages in educational activities exploring letters, numbers, and social-emotional learning concepts. Sponsors: E, S, 4 Episode 26: Telly meets Mr. Snuffleupagus 1983-12-26 Telly Monster meets Snuffleupagus for the first time and reacts with his characteristic nervousness to the large, unusual creature. Sponsors: I, U, 5 Episode 27: Teaching a baby Honker the alphabet 1983-12-27 The Sesame Street gang teaches a young baby Honker the alphabet letters in a mentorship focused on early learning. Sponsors: C, I, 6 Episode 28: Episode 1863 1983-12-28 Characters participate in educational segments and interactive learning throughout the episode. Sponsors: C, D, 11 Episode 29: Forgetful Jones tends Hooper's Store 1983-12-29 Forgetful Jones attempts to run Hooper's Store but keeps forgetting customer orders and cash register procedures, creating humorous situations. Sponsors: D, P, 12 Episode 30: Telly's broken kite / Luis's picture 1983-12-30 Telly struggles with a broken kite while Luis works on a picture, with both characters learning about problem-solving and cooperation. Sponsors: B, K, 2 Episode 31: Oscar's ice cream stand 1984-01-02 Oscar opens an ice cream stand serving only disgusting Grouch-style flavors from his trash can. Customers seeking regular ice cream create comedic interactions. Sponsors: G, S, 9 Episode 32: Episode 1867 1984-01-03 The characters engage in various educational and entertainment activities throughout the episode. Sponsors: L, W, 7 Episode 33: Linda's first day at the library 1984-01-04 Linda starts her first day as a librarian and learns how to help patrons, organize books, and share her love of reading with visitors. Sponsors: J, S, 8 Episode 34: A day at the library 1984-01-05 The Sesame Street gang visits the library, exploring how books are organized and discovering how librarians help people find information. Sponsors: G, W, 10 Episode 35: Episode 1870 1984-01-06 Educational segments cover letters, numbers, and social skills through character interactions. Sponsors: P, R, 11 Episode 36: Episode 1871 1984-01-09 Multiple scenes feature music, games, and interactive learning with character participation. Sponsors: B, H, 11 Episode 37: Episode 1872 1984-01-10 Short educational segments focus on letters and numbers throughout the episode. Sponsors: A, H, 3 Episode 38: Episode 1873 1984-01-11 Various scenes explore educational content and character interactions through learning activities. Sponsors: F, V, 5 Episode 39: Episode 1874 1984-01-12 The cast participates in educational activities covering typical Sesame Street learning themes. Sponsors: O, P, 2 Episode 40: Big Bird, Grundgetta, and Gordon go to the department store 1984-01-13 Big Bird, Grundgetta, and Gordon explore a department store, learning how different sections are organized and how to find what they need. Sponsors: K, T, 8 Episode 41: Episode 1876 Oscar hosts a mystery number game show with a viewer guessing challenge, while a young Honker offers to lend Big Bird their grandmother. Sponsors: A, E, 6 Episode 42: Episode 1877 1984-01-17 Big Bird tries to get help for his stubbed toe but finds adults too distracted to listen properly. He demonstrates his imaginary telephone game with Gordon. Sponsors: T, X, 7 Episode 43: Episode 1878 1984-01-18 David, Luis, and Linda each demonstrate different ways to count backwards from 10, celebrating multiple languages and forms of expression. Sponsors: U, Z, 12 Episode 44: Oscar writes a play about trash 1984-01-19 Oscar writes and stages "The Romance of Trash" featuring Grouches singing about garbage and dirt. Telly lands a small role and rehearses playing waste paper. Sponsors: F, M, 8 Episode 45: Oscar and the butterfly 1984-01-20 A butterfly lands on Oscar and he struggles to remove it without harming the beautiful insect. Telly initially refuses to help as revenge but eventually apologizes. Sponsors: J, N, 5 Episode 46: Oscar takes temporary residence at David's 1984-01-23 When construction forces Oscar from his trash can, he moves in with David, creating chaos with his Grouch pets and meals. He eventually returns to his beloved can. Sponsors: A, I, 12 Episode 47: Telly and the fire bell 1984-01-24 Telly learns about the fire bell's purpose and tries to ring it for a fire drill practice. Multiple interruptions prevent him from surprising Big Bird with the alarm. Sponsors: L, O, 4 Episode 48: Timi works for WORM-TV 1984-01-25 Timi arrives to work as a sign language translator on Oscar's WORM-TV show. Linda helps her prepare with a Grouch makeover as Oscar attempts to serenade her. Sponsors: L, Z, 8 Episode 49: Timi signs another day of WORM-TV programming 1984-01-26 Timi translates WORM-TV's Grouch fairy tale version of "Goldilocks and the Three Grouches" while dealing with hazardous weather effects during broadcasts. Sponsors: C, Z, 9 Episode 50: Visting Grandma Grace's farm 1984-01-27 Maria, David, Big Bird, and the kids visit Grandma Grace's farm while Oscar discovers joy in its mess. They milk goats, eat fresh cider, and Oscar meets a chicken. Sponsors: C, S, 4 Episode 51: Oscar vacations at Camp Killjoy 1984-01-30 Episode 52: Basketball practice 1984-01-31 Episode 53: Mumford produces shapes 1984-02-01 Episode 54: The Daily Bird 1984-02-02 Episode 55: The Count remembers. 1984-02-03 Episode 56: Oscar contracts the grouch flu 1984-02-06 Episode 57: Telly prepares for hail 1984-02-07 Episode 58: Oscar tries camouflage 1984-02-08 Episode 59: Bob reads to the Two-Headed Monster 1984-02-09 Episode 60: Big Bird and Snuffy hunt for treasure. 1984-02-10 Episode 61: A dance partner for David 1984-02-13 Episode 62: Herry moves the mailbox 1984-02-14 Episode 63: Missing Snuffy 1984-02-15 Episode 64: Bob talks to the Phone 1984-02-16 Episode 65: Oscar enters the Grouch Auto Show 1984-02-17 Episode 66: Paper airplanes with Big Bird 1984-02-20 Episode 67: Episode 1902 1984-02-21 Episode 68: Episode 1903 1984-02-22 Episode 69: Episode 1904 1984-02-23 Episode 70: Episode 1905 1984-02-24 Episode 71: Telly helps at Hooper's 1984-02-27 Episode 72: Episode 1907 1984-02-28 Episode 73: Episode 1908 1984-02-29 Episode 74: Episode 1909 1984-03-01 Episode 75: Gladys jumps over the moon 1984-03-02 Episode 76: Oscar and the Snuffleupagus trashcan 1984-03-05 Episode 77: Episode 1912 1984-03-06 Episode 78: Snuffy's disguises 1984-03-07 Episode 79: Episode 1914 1984-03-08 Episode 80: A day at the library with Don Music 1984-03-09 Episode 81: Grandma Grace's birthday 1984-03-12 Episode 82: Grandpa Grouch at the library 1984-03-13 Episode 83: Big Bird's ABIERTO sign 1984-03-14 Episode 84: Episode 1919 1984-03-15 Episode 85: Episode 1920 1984-03-16 Episode 86: Grundgetta enjoys the rain 1984-03-19 Episode 87: Forgetful doesn't know what to buy; Snuffy's letter L 1984-03-20 Episode 88: Episode 1923 1984-03-21 Episode 89: Birdwatching with Nobel Price 1984-03-22 Episode 90: Forgetful Maria 1984-03-23 Episode 91: Oscar's Groucheteria 1984-03-26 Episode 92: Gordon and Susan babysit 1984-03-27 Episode 93: Snuffy sleeps over at Big Bird's 1984-03-28 Episode 94: Uncle Wally visits 1984-03-29 Episode 95: Big Bird gives away WALKs 1984-03-30 Episode 96: Captain Vegetable's superhero test 1984-04-02 Episode 97: David's grandma visits once more 1984-04-03 Episode 98: Big Bird, Snuffy and Telly learn about the new computer; Oscar has his own grouch computer 1984-04-04 Episode 99: Snuffy's cousin, Señor Esnofelopago, visits from Puerto Rico 1984-04-05 Episode 100: Telly the Helper 1984-04-06 Episode 101: Episode 1936 1984-04-09 Episode 102: Pets on Sesame Street 1984-04-10 Episode 103: Grouch diving contest 1984-04-11 Episode 104: Grundgetta meets astronaut Sally Ride 1984-04-12 Episode 105: David's imaginary friend 1984-04-13 Episode 106: Dr. Price's library inventions 1984-04-16 Episode 107: Telly prepares for a trip to Mexico 1984-04-17 Episode 108: Fluffy goes missing 1984-04-18 Episode 109: Inspector Bird and the balloons 1984-04-19 Episode 110: Episode 1945 1984-04-20 Episode 111: Episode 1946 1984-04-23 Episode 112: Episode 1947 1984-04-24 Episode 113: Episode 1948 1984-04-25 Episode 114: Remembering Mr. Hooper's egg cream 1984-04-26 Episode 115: Captain Vegetable rhymes / Forgetful in the Fix-It Shop 1984-04-27 Episode 116: David shares his grandma for the day 1984-04-30 Episode 117: Hooper's has a broken window 1984-05-01 Episode 118: Planning a picnic 1984-05-02 Episode 119: Episode 1954 1984-05-03 Episode 120: Telly's gravity experiment 1984-05-04 Episode 121: Episode 1956 1984-05-07 Episode 122: Election Day on Sesame Street 1984-05-08 Episode 123: Luis' birthday 1984-05-09 Episode 124: Juggler Michael Davis visits 1984-05-10 Episode 125: Slimey plays basketball 1984-05-11 Episode 126: Episode 1961 1984-05-14 Episode 127: Telly doesn't get angry 1984-05-15 Episode 128: Episode 1963 1984-05-16 Episode 129: A noisy day in the library 1984-05-17 Episode 130: Sally Ride talks about being an astronaut 1984-05-18