The Sesame Street Races are just about to start! A gleaming gold medal awaits the victor, but Elmo, caught up in the excitement, has forgotten to eat something good for him first.

The familiar invitation, "It's Cookie Time!" hung in the air, yet Cookie Monster and Tamir were perplexed by Elmo’s refusal. Why did the furry friend decline a treat so enthusiastically offered? Abby Cadabby, ever perceptive, gently guided …

As Abby and Elmo collaborate on the search for a missing Bubble Bug, Grover and Cookie Monster remain to tend to the fairy garden’s Magical Beasties.

A shadow of sadness has fallen over Elmo; his father must travel for work, and Grover is determined to lift his spirits—though his efforts so far have proven fruitless. It seems a task requiring the intervention of the Help Fairies.