Episode 2450

Sesame Street
Telly's magic pencil
Air date	March 25, 1988
Season	Season 19 (1987-1988)
Written by	Jeff Moss
Directed by Jon Stone Production October 6, 1987 Sponsors R, X, 9

Picture	Segment	Description
	SCENE 1	Telly welcomes the viewer as he struggles to write the letter X. Maria shows him how to make a proper one and assures Telly that with practice, he'll be much better at writing.
	SCENE 1 cont'd	Telly muses that one day he'll be able to write the whole alphabet when he hears a semi-heavenly voice singing. Suddenly, a puff of smoke appears (which also causes Oscar's furnace to explode) and Telly's Fairy Godmonster arrives! She turns her magic wand into a magic pencil that can write anything; he uses it to write the entire alphabet perfectly in seconds. She poofs herself up, up and away which sets off some more smoke to Oscar's delight.
	Cartoon	A dog has a discussion with his master about where to go. Artist: Dan Haskett (First: Episode 2392)
	Film	A kindergarten class takes a field trip to the fire station. (First: Episode 1217)
	Cartoon	The letter X (First: Episode 0482)
	Cast	David sings "Mary Had a Little Lamb" while Linda signs it. (First: Episode 1157)
	Animation	Sand X/x (First: Episode 0638)
	SCENE 2	Maria is impressed with the multiple alphabets Telly has written, but doesn't buy his "magic pencil" story. He's upset that the pencil tip has been worn down when Maria points out there's a sharpener at the Fix-It Shop and Telly rushes over.
	SCENE 2 cont'd	Inside the shop, Luis takes a call from Oscar about his furnace and agrees to fix it in a week. Telly sharpens his pencil and frets when it's shorter than before, which as Luis explains is what happens when pencils get sharpened. He then asks Telly to relay to Maria he's in the basement when she arrives, but Telly doesn't want to wait that long. His Fairy Godmonster re-appears but explains that she can't send the message; only Telly can see/hear her. She does point out that the magic pencil can help him write notes, and Telly writes one for Maria.
	SCENE 2 cont'd	Telly runs out just as Maria comes in and sees the note. She doesn't understand how Telly has become good at writing so fast and goes to show Luis. Telly's Fairy Godmonster comments to the viewer how she's enjoying how the proceedings are going and attempts to leave in a puff of smoke. When she has trouble poofing away she decides to walk, needing the exercise.
	Cartoon	"Dinner for Nine" Artist: Paul Fierlinger (First: Episode 1658)
	Film	A gym instructor helps children perform a variety of stretching and bending exercises. (First: Episode 1018)
	Muppets	Cookie Monster sings "Healthy Food." (First: Episode 2404)
	Cartoon	The great Alphonso and his trained X's (First: Episode 0299)
	Muppets	Muppet & Kid Moment — Ernie, Bert, Shola and a letter X (First: Episode 0560)
	Cartoon	Edgar Turtle plays the banjo as some kids sing the "Bird Song." (First: Episode 2415)
	SCENE 3	Maria tries to explain the situation to Luis when Telly runs back in to sharpen his pencil. He's been writing a story, but doesn't think the pencil will last to finish it. His Fairy Godmonster appears in a bubble above him and gives him a vote of confidence. He runs out, while Maria and Luis are left confused as to who he was talking to.
	Cartoon	A man sets up a bus stop sign so that a giant can eat the buses that come. (First: Episode 1176)
	Muppets	On Vacation with Guy Smiley Guy Smiley and his tour guide have difficulty taking pictures of animals in the jungle because of Guy's uncontrollably loud voice. A tiger recognizes him, and offers to take a picture of him and some other animals. "Say TREES!" (First: Episode 1949)
	Cartoon	A man explains the letter R with a radio. Once he starts singing, the radio decides to turn him off by tweaking his nose. (First: Episode 0011)
	Insert	Big Bird watches the shape dancers make a rectangle. (First: Episode 1276)
	Song	"Cow Dog Song" (First: Episode 0783)
	Cartoon	Nine sheep (Swedish) (First: Episode 1501)
	SCENE 4	Telly is concerned his pencil will reach its end before his story is finished. His Fairy Godmonster appears and encourages him to keep going with a cheer. Telly heeds her message and continues writing. (Fairy Godmonster: "And I didn't even have to use my pom-poms!")
	Cartoon	R is for Rooster, Robber, and Rake... Artist: Fred Calvert (First: Episode 0011)
	Muppets	Sesame Street News Flash: Favorite Animals — Kermit interviews visitors at a zoo.
	Film	The Mad Painter #9 (First: Episode 0338)
	Cartoon	Two men try to go over a very steep hill. (First: Episode 1522)
	Muppets	Ernie and Elmo sing about the parts that make up "One Fine Face." (First: Episode 2220)
	Film	Circles in everyday objects. (First: Episode 0464)
	Animation	Blocks form a ramp and a tunnel. (First: Episode 1446)
	SCENE 5	Telly's pencil lasts just long enough for him to write "THE END," meaning he's finished his story! He calls out Luis and Maria to show them, but is upset that he won't be able to write anymore. His Fairy Godmonster appears (unseen by the others) and assures him with all the practicing he's done today, he won't need a magic pencil anymore. To prove it, Luis provides him with a marker and Telly successfully writes his name. His Fairy Godmonster takes her leave and, from beyond, bids Maria and Luis farewell, which only they can hear.
	Film	A dolphin walks backwards on the water. Music: Joe Raposo (First: Episode 0278)
	Muppets	Waiter Grover: Grandmother's Birthday — Grover prepares a table for a family who is celebrating their grandmother's birthday. (First: Episode 1958)
	Film	Photographic collage demonstration of ALL, MOST, SOME and NONE of an apple. Artist: Frank and Caroline Mouris (First: Episode 0979)
	Cartoon	A curious cat chases after a ball of string and explores various places in its home. Artist: Michael Sporn (First: Episode 2238)
	SCENE 6	Telly has written a new story using a regular marking pen and reads it to Maria and Luis. His Fairy Godmonster appears in her bubble to announce the sponsors, and the credits follow.

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