Sesame Street: A-B-C

Sesame Street: A-B-C

Sesame Street: A-B-C is an educational game published by Hi Tech Expressions for the NES, released in 1991, and it is designed to help young children learn the alphabet and letter recognition skills using the familiar and beloved characters from Sesame Street. You play as a character, interacting with Muppets like Big Bird, Elmo, and the Count, as they guide you through a series of mini-games and activities that teach letter recognition, phonics, and simple spelling. A unique feature is the "educational" focus – the game is designed with a curriculum that progresses from simple letter recognition to matching letters to sounds and forming simple words, with the characters providing positive feedback and encouragement. The game includes multiple activities, such as finding letters, matching uppercase and lowercase letters, and spelling simple words, each with different difficulty levels to suit the child's progress. The graphics are colorful and detailed, with a friendly and cheerful art style that is inviting and accessible to young children, with the Muppets rendered in a charming cartoon style. The music is light and educational, with a cheerful and catchy tune that keeps children engaged. Critics appreciated the educational value and the use of beloved characters to make learning fun and interactive. It supports one player. Sesame Street: A-B-C is a great educational tool for preschoolers learning the alphabet.