The award-winning children’s program “Ahlan Simsim”, presented by the creators of “Open Sesame”, and “Sesame Street” programs around the world, collaborates with the media, Raya Abi Rashid, in a special episode.
The primary educational objective of the ongoing Ahlan Simsim season is to enhance children’s problem-solving abilities by enlisting their imaginations; This is a vital component of their ability to adapt, and to their social and emotional well-being. The appearance of Abi Rashid as a special guest in the final episode of the season underscores the importance of imagination for children.
In the episode, the benevolence of Mazouza, one of the show’s beloved characters, propels her into the spotlight, so she is invited to a high-profile red-carpet event, and is informed that she will be met by a celebrity.
She is excited and nervous at the same time, but she overcomes her feelings and prepares for the event by imagining herself walking the red carpet to reach the interview venue. On the promised day, Mazouza applies her newfound skills when she meets Abi Rashid for the interview.
“We are very excited to be working with Raya Abi Rached, and in addition to being multi-talented, she is a role model for many in the region, and is a true example of the importance of pursuing one’s dreams,” says Estee Pradhanashvili, Senior Director and Supervising Producer of “Ahlan Simsim” at Sesame Workshop. . We hope that Ray will inspire our young viewers to believe in themselves, to enlist their imaginations, and to confidently pursue their goals.”
Raya Abi Rashed said: “The filming of the Ahlan Simsim episode was special, not only because of what the characters of the program mean to me, but because of the intense enthusiasm that overwhelmed my daughter when I learned regarding it, in addition to the wonderful atmosphere on the filming site that added to the day more special.”
It is noteworthy that Raya Abi Rashed is a Lebanese broadcaster, producer and journalist, best known for her co-hosting the Arabs Got Talent television program and the entertainment news program Scoop with Raya on MBC. As one of the most prominent journalists in the field of entertainment in the Middle East, she worked as a reporter from the event grounds in the most important international entertainment events such as the Oscars, the Cannes Film Festival, and a large number of international cinema events.
In addition, Abi Rached was chosen as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and she is a powerful voice that contributes to supporting and empowering children, especially those affected by displacement. This made her an obvious partner to Ahlan Simsim, as the TV educational program is part of a broader humanitarian program aimed at supporting children and families affected by crises across the region.
