Ruby and Hat discover a rickety old bridge swinging high above a rushing creek… and it definitely wasn’t built for wobblers.

To reach the other side, they’ll need teamwork, steady feet, and a big dose of courage. But every step creaks. Every plank wiggles. And something splashy might be waiting below…

Will they turn back — or wobble their way across?

A fun, giggle-filled adventure about bravery, problem-solving, and backing yourself when things feel scary.

Perfect for kids aged 4–8 who love interactive stories, sound effects, and shouting advice at the speakers.

Pop on your hat and help Ruby cross the bridge.

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Ruby is starting school. Which is exciting. And brave. And a little bit enormous.

Hat wants to come. But this is a school adventure Ruby has to do on her own.

So Ruby heads off with a wobbly tummy and a big deep breath and at school she meets someone very special: Mrs Hat — the Learning Hat.

Mrs Hat helps Ruby learn something very important: how to write her name. Not perfectly. But bravely.

When Ruby gets home, she can’t wait to tell Hat everything — about her first day and the Learning Hat who helped her find her brave.

This is a warm, funny, heart-full story about first days, growing up, and discovering you can do big things even when the people you love can’t come with you.

Perfect for little people starting school and the big people holding their hands.

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Spilled pencils? Tripped shoelaces? The dreaded “uh-oh” moments at school? Don’t worry Ruby, Hat, and Ollie the Owl are here to show that mistakes aren’t disasters, they’re secret superpowers for your brain! Perfect for little learners, big feelings, and anyone who needs a sprinkle of courage (and giggles). Find more bonus stories and SEL fun at HatBusiness.com.au and subscribe for full episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

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Today, Ruby wakes up with a body full of excitement that just won’t sit still. Her legs feel like popcorn, her thoughts are racing, and everything feels a bit… too much. With the gentle help of Ollie (and Hat, of course), she learns that excitement isn’t something to get rid of — it’s something you can hold gently so your body can keep up.

This cosy, playful story helps kids learn how to:

✨ Notice when their body feels too buzzy

✨ Understand what excitement feels like inside

✨ Use a simple calming technique to slow things down

✨ Regulate big feelings without squashing the good ones

Perfect for:

• Morning routines before school
• Car rides
• Kids who feel everything BIG
• And little bodies that sometimes go faster than their feelings can handle

🧠 Social-Emotional Learning focus:

Excitement, emotional regulation, body awareness

🧢 Hat Business is a fun, gentle kids podcast helping children understand their feelings, build emotional skills, and feel safe with big emotions.

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Got a kiddo with a tummy full of fizz, flaps, and what ifs before school? Totally normal. Very human.

In this Hat Business episode, Ruby, Hat, and the ever-wise Ollie the Owl unpack those buzzy first-day feelings and gently flip them into confidence with breathing tricks, kind thoughts, and a reminder that bravery isn’t about not being scared… it’s about going anyway.

Perfect for the night-before jitters, the morning car ride, or that moment when the shoes are on but the feelings are BIG.

Breathe in. Breathe out. They’ve got this. And so do you. ✨

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Big playground, big noise, little pause and that’s okay. Join Ruby, Hat, and Ollie the Owl as they gently explore school shyness, social confidence, and how watching first can be a brave and clever way to make friends. A calming SEL story for kids about starting school, making friends, and feeling confident in your own time.

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Is your little one feeling the jumping beans of first-day-of-school excitement? 🎒✨

Join Ruby, Hat, and Ollie the Owl in this gentle, story-led episode of Hat Business, where big feelings about starting school are explored in a calm, playful way and kids learn simple breathing and grounding tools to turn fizzy excitement into school-ready confidence.

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Ruby explains something really important: floods aren’t a game — they’re serious and can be dangerous.

In this gentle, kid-friendly story, Hat suggests two silly ideas:

☔ A rainy day fashion show

🐊 And “The Floor Is a Raging River with Crocodiles”

But Ruby explains:

• Why you should never play in flood water
• Why fast-moving water is dangerous
• And what kids should do to stay safe during heavy rain and floods

This episode helps kids aged 4–10 understand real flood safety in a calm, non-scary way — and helps parents start important conversations.

👉 Listen now and learn how to stay safe in floods

👉 Perfect for families, classrooms, and rainy days

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Ruby sets out to build the tallest, fanciest sandcastle in the history of the beach… until it dramatically flops into a sad little sand pancake. With Hat by her side (and gravity being VERY rude), Ruby learns why things fall over, how science sneaks into playtime, and why trying again can lead to something even better. A funny, gentle Hat Business beach story packed with curiosity, resilience, and sneaky STEM learning for kids aged 4–9 plus seagulls and excellent sand-based life lessons.

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Ruby had a big Christmas — the kind filled with excitement, laughter, treats, and tired eyes at the end of the day. In this special Hat Business episode, Hat gently reflects on the magic of Christmas, imagining what Ruby’s favourite friends might be doing as the day settles down. While Big Cousin Marnie tells us a story.

Kids will meet the familiar world of Hat Business, with gentle mentions of Banjo the Cluearoo, Slumberlina, Hushleaf the Koala, Ollie the Owl, and No Probllama — all wrapped into a cozy, imaginative Christmas moment that helps children wind down after a busy day.

This episode is perfect for kids aged 4–10 and families looking for:

• A calm but playful Christmas story
• Aussie summer Christmas vibes
• Gentle emotional learning (SEL) without lectures
• Screen-free listening during the holidays
• A soft transition from excitement to rest

Ideal for after Christmas lunch, evening quiet time, or anytime kids need help settling after a big day.

Part of the Hat Business kids podcast — where imagination leads, learning sneaks in, and every story ends with warmth.

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