How Is The Gift Of The Magi Similar

The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry and the Gift of the Magi - Sesame Street have many different similarities and differences that can alter the meaning and make it suitable for different audiences.
The Gift of the Magi and Sesame Street-Gift of the Magi have several similarities. One similarity of the two stories is that they take place around Christmas time. This similarity matters because without it, they would not have the urge to give gifts to each other. Another similarity is the both of the characters in both of the stories give up something for one another. Della sold her hair for a watch, Jim sold his watch for combs and Bert and Ernie sold their paper clips and rubber duck for a soap dish and a cigar box.

These similarities matter because without them, they would have a different message and theme.
The two Gift of the Magi stories also have a couple of differences. One difference is that Bert and Ernie from Sesame Street get their gifts that they traded with back. This difference matters because when they get their gifts back, it makes the story have a happier ending meant for a younger audience. Another important difference is that Bert and Ernie are friends (while in O. Henry's story is a husband and wife) which produces a better connection with the children since they can relate more to friendship.
To summarize, it is very important to look at the differences and similarities of the Gift of the Magi stories. It is important to see the similarities because it will help you understand what modifies the meaning if you change the key parts. It is also very important to look at the differences in the Gift of the Magi stories. The differences in the stories help define what audience it is meant for.