Ep 17. Abby's First Sleepover
- TV-Y
- October 10, 2008
- 54 min
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8.6 (8)
Abby Cadabby is excited about having her very first sleepover at Sesame Street. She's invited all her friends and they're all excited to spend the night together. Elmo, Rosita, and Cookie Monster are the ones who made it to the sleepover.
As everyone arrives, Abby welcomes her friends and assures them that there's nothing to be worried about, saying, "we just tell stories and eat cookies all night." But as bedtime approaches, Abby begins to feel a bit homesick and unsure about sleeping away from her cozy little fairy castle.
The other monsters begin to notice that Abby is feeling hesitant about spending the night away from home and try to comfort her. Elmo and Rosita remind Abby that it's okay to feel scared or nervous, and Cookie Monster suggests that they make a cozy nest for Abby to sleep in so she won't feel too homesick.
With everyone's support, Abby begins to feel comforted and excited about the sleepover again. They then spend the rest of the night eating cookies, telling stories, and having a lot of fun together. Eventually, Abby falls asleep, happy to have spent such a wonderful night with her friends.
The episode teaches children that it's okay to be nervous about trying new things and encourages them to seek support from their friends when they're feeling scared or unsure. It also shows children that facing their fears can lead to having a great time and making new memories with their friends.