Traction Jackson

Traction Jackson, aka TJ, is a wheelchair-bound African-American boy who appears in segments on Sesame Street, beginning in Season 35. TJ, whose real name is Tyrone Jackson, is an energetic boy who enjoys basketball and whose best friend is his dog, Bernie. TJ made his debut in the 35th season opener/special The Street Where You Live'. New segments were added beginning in Season 36. Reminiscent of previous Sesame Street characters like street-scene regular Tarah, TJ was introduced as part of Sesame Workshop's curriculum to teach children that people are the same beneath physical differences.

Individual Sketches
Me and My Chair- A remake of an earlier live-action song, TJ sings about how his chair enables him to move faster than he could with shoes.

14 Baskets- In this counting short, TJ attempts to make fourteen consecutive baskets, while Bernie cheers from the sidelines.

Fruit Snack Samba- TJ corrects Bernie about his junkfood habits, singing a lively tribute to fruit.

Unknown Title- TJ and Bernie encounter Margarita, a neighborhood kid who initially refuses to let TJ use the court, believeing his wheelchair prevents him from playing. TJ proves her wrong, and the two become friends.