Ep 8. Elmo and Zoe's Hat Contest

Elmo and Zoe's Hat Contest is the eighth episode of the 39th season of Sesame Street. In this episode, Elmo and Zoe have a friendly competition to see who can create the best hat. The two friends gather together with all of their Sesame Street pals to show off their creations and declare a winner.

Throughout the episode, Elmo and Zoe brainstorm ideas for their hats and gather materials to make them. They go on a scavenger hunt to find unique items to use in their designs and even ask their friends for help in making the hats just right. Along the way, they learn about different shapes, colors, and textures, and how they can use them to make their hats stand out.

As Elmo and Zoe work on their projects, they begin to get competitive with each other. They each think that their hat is the best and try to convince their friends to vote for them. But as they continue to work on their hats, they realize that the competition isn't about winning or losing - it's about having fun and using their imaginations.

Finally, the day of the hat contest arrives and Elmo and Zoe show off their creations to their friends. The hats are all incredibly unique and show off the creativity of the Sesame Street gang. After everyone votes, there is a tie between Elmo and Zoe! But instead of being upset, the two friends are thrilled to have tied and happily share the winner's crown.

Throughout the episode, there are also additional skits and segments that teach kids about letters, numbers, and STEM concepts. There is a silly segment where Cookie Monster tries to figure out how to use a vacuum cleaner and a fun parody of The Great British Baking Show where the contestants have to make healthy snacks.

Overall, Elmo and Zoe's Hat Contest is a fun and whimsical episode that encourages kids to use their imaginations and emphasizes the importance of having fun over winning. It's a great addition to the Sesame Street catalog and is sure to be enjoyed by kids and adults alike.