Sesame Street Season 34 Episode 12
Sesame Street
Season 34

Ep 12. Fish-Sitters for Dorothy

  • TV-Y
  • April 22, 2003

In this episode, titled "Fish-Sitters for Dorothy," the beloved Sesame Street character Dorothy the Goldfish is in need of some babysitters. Elmo and Zoe volunteer to take care of her while her owner, Elmo's best friend named Rosita, goes to an appointment.

Throughout the episode, Elmo and Zoe learn the importance of responsibility and taking care of pets. They also learn about the different things that fish need in order to be happy and healthy, such as clean water, food, and a clean tank.

As they take turns feeding Dorothy and cleaning her tank, Elmo and Zoe encounter a few mishaps along the way, such as accidentally overfeeding her and getting the water temperature too high. However, they learn from their mistakes and are able to fix the problems with the help of their adult friends like Maria and Gordon.

In addition to caring for Dorothy, the episode has several segments that teach important concepts to young viewers. For instance, Murray Monster leads a segment called "People in Your Neighborhood" where he talks to a pet store owner about taking care of different kinds of pets.

There is also a segment about counting and numbers where the Count counts different fish in a tank. And as always, the episode features beloved Muppet skits and musical numbers that are sure to have kids singing and dancing along.

Overall, this episode is a fun and educational adventure for young viewers that teaches the importance of responsibility and caring for pets. With its catchy songs, charming Muppets, and engaging lessons, it's sure to be a hit with kids and parents alike.

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Description
  • First Aired
    April 22, 2003
  • Content Rating
    TV-Y
  • Language
    English