“Every year, there are a number of natural disasters that affect many people. Even if you are not directly affected, the television coverage of these events can be scary, especially to young children,” he said. “Several years ago, we featured a weeklong story about a hurricane on ‘Sesame Street.’ This storyline allowed us to provide children with strategies to help them cope with their emotions when faced with a natural disaster. So watch with your child and talk about any fears or concerns he or she might have.”