And thus, the positive impact this show has had on modern society is beyond another. No show is more recognized the world over by as many generations and walks of life. Shown in its original format or with changes to reflect a regional education focus, Sesame Street is now seen in over 140 countries.

Originally going to be named "The Preschool Education Television Show," Sesame Street has since won 77 Daytime Emmys during its continuous reign of children's television. In an almost backwards sense, the show stays fresh by recycling programming ideas every three years, by which time a new group of kids is watching.

The easily recognizable Sesame Street characters were created by Jim Henson who devised a form of cloth puppets that possessed great mobility. Known as Muppets, these characters were first seen in 1954, on a Washington, D.C., television station. In 1969 they formed the core of the "Sesame Street," and over the years Bert and Ernie, Oscar the Grouch, Big Bird, and Kermit the Frog became familiar in every household.

In all, the Muppets of Sesame Street and The Muppet Show have been ingrained in our culture. Just as much as Mickey Mouse, they are globally recognized legends, they have forever left their mark on our culture.