Michelle Obama heading to 'Sesame Street' for show's 40th birthday

The wife of President Barack Obama will be seen teaching the residents of "Sesame Street" about the benefits of planting a garden and healthy eating as part of the show's ongoing "Healthy Habits for Life" initiative.

Surrounded by children, the first lady prepares to plant tomato, cucumber and lettuce seeds.

"All these seeds need to grow are sun, soil and water. If you eat these healthy foods, you're going to grow up to be big and strong, like me," she tells the kids. "I know you're going to like these vegetables, because in addition to being healthy, they really taste great!"

"It is truly an honor to have Mrs. Obama join us in our premiere show on this landmark 40th anniversary season," Carol-Lynn Parente, executive producer of "Sesame Street," said in a statement.

Obama is to appear Nov. 10 on the iconic pre-school program's 40th season premiere.