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The Parent Show

Talking to kids in the aftermath of scary news

Season 1 Episode 4 | 3m 32s

Tornadoes. Tsunamis. Terrorists. There's no shortage of scary stories in the news. So, what can you do if your child starts asking questions that you're not prepared to answer? Have no fear! Dr. Rosemarie Truglio, VP of Research and Education at Sesame Workshop, has some simple strategies to help you respond.

Aired: 05/22/11
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Pardon My Parenting: Episode 4
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Pardon My Parenting: Episode 3
Anna Post shares insight on the modern day rules of respect at restaurants.
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Pardon My Parenting: Episode 2
Anna Post discusses parenting faux-pas, mobile manners and distracting digital devices.
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Action! A Primer for Parents of Performers
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The Role of Research on Sesame Street
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Joey Mazzarino, head writer and Sesame Street personality, talks fatherhood and feminism.
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Episode: S1 E15 | 3:30
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