Farley Learns To Read

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Farley: Same Sound Fround, could you help me out?



Same Sound Fround: Farley, my man, I'll do what I can.



Farley: I'm trying to read this word, but I'm not having much luck.



Same Sound Fround: (?) learning to read.



(singing)



I start at the front and I move to the rear.

And I say each sound out loud and clear.

I go, "MMMM, AAAA, NNNN!"

I go, "MMMM, AAAA, NNNN!"

Then I run the sounds together and smooth 'em out.

And that's what reading's all about!

I go, "MMMM, AAAA, NNNN!"

I go, "MMMM, AAAA, NNNN!

MMMM, AN

MMMM, AN,

MAN!"



(speaking)



Okay, I'm done. Now you try one.



Farley (singing):

I start at the front and I move to the rear.

And I say each sound out loud and clear.

I go, "FFFF, UUUU, NNNN!"

I go, "FFFF, UUUU, NNNN!"

Then I run the sounds together and smooth 'em out.

And that's what reading's all about!

I go, "FFFF, UUUU, NNNN!"

I go, "FFFF, UUUU, NNNN!"

FFFF, UN

FFFF, UN,

FUN!"



(The last part is spoken.)



Farley: Hey, I did it! It's fun!



Same Sound Fround: Now, stick with me and I'll take

you far, 'cause Same Sound Fround's gonna make you a star!



Farley: Outta sight!



Same Sound Fround: I could read all night! (They exit.)

Farley Learns To Read

Performed by Sesame Street, this recording features Farley, a character known for his distinctive voice and expressive mannerisms. The song serves as an educational tool within the show's repertoire, designed to engage young audiences with literacy concepts through music. As part of the series' long-standing commitment to combining entertainment with learning, the track utilizes simple melodies and repetitive structures to reinforce reading skills. It reflects the show's broader mission to make music accessible and meaningful for children, contributing to a legacy of content that has influenced generations of viewers and educators alike.