Ep 12. Elmo's Happy Little Train

Elmo's Happy Little Train is the twelfth episode of Sesame Street's forty-ninth season. In this episode, Elmo participates in a student project where he constructs a train. However, when his train derails, Elmo becomes disheartened and believes that he cannot complete the project.

To help Elmo regain his confidence, Sesame Street's residents come together to remind Elmo that mistakes happen and it is important to learn from them. They encourage Elmo to keep working on his train and to try and find a solution to fix the issue.

Throughout the episode, Elmo also learns about teamwork. When his train derails, his friends come to help him fix it. He also learns how to work together with his classmates to complete the student project.

Additionally, the episode features several segments that reinforce important early learning concepts for young children. For example, there is a segment on counting, where Count von Count sings a song about how much he loves to count. There is also a segment on feelings, where a Muppet named Murray Monster teaches kids about a variety of emotions and how to deal with them.

The episode also includes several songs and skits, including a parody of the popular song "Despacito" called "El Patito" which teaches Spanish vocabulary. There is also a segment called "Word of the Day" where a Muppet named Murray Monster, along with a group of kids and other Muppets, explore the meaning of a new word each episode.

Overall, Elmo's Happy Little Train is a fun and educational episode of Sesame Street that teaches children about resilience, teamwork, and important early learning concepts. With colorful Muppets, catchy songs, and engaging skits, it is sure to delight and entertain young viewers while also teaching them valuable lessons.