The researchers surveyed more than 1,000 families, more than a third of whom have children with autism. It's great.'ДЄ team of researchers from Georgetown University is studying how effective the program has proven for families who have experienced Sesame's autism materials. 'It's really meaningful to see her there, singing with Elmo, Big Bird and all the other characters. 'She's one of the kids, she's one of the gang,' Jochum said. Yet Jochum says they found common ground around Julia. They often differ on how the disorder should be treated or addressed in public policy. The society was one of 14 such autism groups consulted by Sesame Workshop. 'You know - autism - it brings wonderful gifts.' She's like a little budding artist,' said Rose Jochum, director of internal initiatives at the Autism Society of America, which characterizes itself as the nation's oldest advocacy group for people with the disorder. Abby Cadabby is a four-year-old fairy muppet and the first leading female character on 'Sesame Street.' She adores her magic wand which can turn random objects into pumpkins and flaunts a. 'The character Julia, she has wonderful drawing skills. The character herself is set to appear in two episodes in the current season and more the next. Abby joins Julia, Sesame Street's newest friend, in singing a show favorite, 'Sunny Days.' Sesame Street YouTube

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