Ep 11. Maria the Cowgirl

Maria the Cowgirl is an episode of the beloved children's television show Sesame Street, season 39 episode 11. This episode follows the familiar format of Sesame Street with a mix of live-action sketches and animated segments.

The episode opens with Elmo and Chris walking down Sesame Street when they come across Maria dressed as a cowgirl. Maria is excited to show off her new cowgirl outfit and all the things she has learned about life on the ranch. Elmo and Chris are impressed and curious to learn more about what Maria has been up to.

The first sketch features Abby Cadabby and Rosita playing a game of "Cowgirl and Cow." They are interrupted by a talking cow named Bessie who needs their help finding her missing calf. The two friends are happy to help and use their cowgirl skills to track down the missing calf.

Next up, Cookie Monster sings a song about cowboys and cowgirls. He may not know much about riding horses or wearing boots, but he knows a lot about cookies!

In another segment, Murray Monster visits a real-life ranch to learn about the daily life of a cowboy. He helps feed the animals, learns how to lasso, and even tries his hand at square dancing. Murray's adventures are a fun way to teach young viewers about ranch life and western culture.

Back on Sesame Street, Elmo and Chris ask Maria to teach them some cowgirl skills. Maria shows them how to "lasso" a pretend cow, ride a stick horse, and even teaches them a catchy song about life on the range.

Meanwhile, Bert and Ernie are having their own cowboy adventure. Bert has dressed up as a cowboy to visit his friend Mo, who lives on a farm. Bert is nervous about all the unfamiliar animals, but Ernie helps him overcome his fears and discover the fun of ranch life.

In an animated segment, the Count sings a silly song about counting cows. He counts cows of all colors and sizes, and even counts a few chickens and pigs too!

The episode wraps up with Maria showing off one more cowgirl skill: line dancing. Elmo, Chris, and all their Sesame Street friends join in for a lively dance that brings the episode to a fun and festive conclusion.

Throughout Maria the Cowgirl, Sesame Street teaches young viewers about western culture, ranch life, and the importance of trying new things. With catchy songs, engaging skits, and lovable characters, this episode is sure to be a hit with kids and parents alike.