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Ahlan Simsim follows the adventures of Basma and Jad, two best friends exploring their world. Each episode features familiar Muppet friends, animated characters, and trusted adults who help our characters learn how to identify and manage big feelings—with lots of fun, laughter, and learning along the way!

Meet our Characters!

Basma Headshot

Basma

Jad Headshot

Jad

Ameera_Character

Ameera

Gargur Headshot

Gargur

Elmo Headshots

Elmo

Salma Headshot

Salma

Birds Headshot

Reesheh, Bulbul, and Hassoon

Maz Headshot

Ma'zooza

Hadi Headshot

Hadi

Teta Noor Headshot

Teta Noor

Abul Headshot

Abu'l Fihem

Dabke Headshots

The Dabke Dancers

Cookie Headshot

Kaki

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Your care and support can make a huge difference in the life of a young child. Ahlan Simsim offers variety of materials and activity ideas for young children ages 0-8 including videos, storybooks, flashcards, worksheets, and more. To browse our full resource library, please select an option below.

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Rosita, Elmo, and Elmo's dad hugging each other

Family Guide: Earthquakes

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Sign Language - Stop

Topic: Diversity and Inclusion Detailed Goal: Inclusion Audience: Chil...

notice sign language thumb

Sign Language - Notice

Topic: Diversity and Inclusion Detailed Goal: Inclusion Audience: Chil...

think sign language thumb

Sign Language - Think

Topic: Diversity and Inclusion Detailed Goal: Inclusion Audience: Chil...

respect sign language thumb

Sign Language - Respect

Topic: Diversity and Inclusion Detailed Goal: Inclusion Audience: Chil...

sign language hello thumb

Sign Language - Hello

Topic: Diversity and Inclusion Detailed Goal: Inclusion Audience: Chil...

sign language how are you thumb

Sign Language - How Are You

Topic: Diversity and Inclusion Detailed Goal: Inclusion Audience: Chil...

sign language thank you thumb

Sign Language - Thank You

Topic: Diversity and Inclusion Detailed Goal: Inclusion Audience: Chil...

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