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The Parent Show

Serious play with actor, singer, dancer and executive...

The creator of Johnny and the Sprites shares tips for playing with your child.

Aired 04/14/2011 | Rating NR

The Parent Show

Serious play with actor, singer, dancer and executive...

Special | 2m 32s

The creator of Johnny and the Sprites shares tips for playing with your child.

John, who's been acting since he was a 16 year-old puppeteer for Sesame Street, thinks parents could gain insight into their kids' emotional well-being just by putting a puppet in their hands. Hear why the creator of Johnny and the Sprites says playing imaginary games with your child is critical to their development and yours.

Aired 04/14/2011 | Rating NR

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The Parent Show

Serious play with actor, singer, dancer and executive...

Special | 2m 32s

John, who's been acting since he was a 16 year-old puppeteer for Sesame Street, thinks parents could gain insight into their kids' emotional well-being just by putting a puppet in their hands. Hear why the creator of Johnny and the Sprites says playing imaginary games with your child is critical to their development and yours.

Aired 04/14/2011 | Rating NR

Problems with Closed Captions? Closed Captioning Feedback

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