All About Julia, the First Muppet with Autism
Certain behaviors are transformed into a game
In one clip, Julia is shown to be flapping her arms erratically, a behavior that can be seen in kids with autism. On Sesame Street, another Muppet sees Julia doing this and promptly turns her actions into a beautiful playtime game. Both Muppets love butterflies and share this in common. The Muppet encourages the young audience to play with friends even if they might like different things. The kids can see her and Julia both having a blast enjoying each other’s company despite their differences.
