There's no denying that wearing a mask around others is one of the best ways to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Now, Sesame Street is helping children with autism learn how to be comfortable in a mask in a new, heartwarming video.
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Now, they're using their platform to help children with autism fell more comfortable wearing a mask!
How awesome is that?!
On a video call with her dad, Julia explains how excited she is to go to the park. However, when her dad reminds her to wear her mask while outside, Julia gets upset.
Julia’s dad kindly reminds her that wearing a mask, like many other challenges in life, gets easier with practice!
Together, Julia and her dad put on their masks and practice wearing them while Julia’s dad counts down from five.
The video is part of a larger series Sesame Street just launched in an effort to help kids get comfortable with all the new aspects of life during a pandemic.
Way to go, Sesame Street! Check out the whole video here.
