In this heartfelt and imaginative final episode of Mind Bubbles, Deslaleigh and Pop the Platypus sit under the “wishing tree” with their special friend Ebony to explore the beautiful feeling of hope. Whether it’s dreaming of family holidays, starting a new school, or simply wishing for a great day tomorrow, this episode helps children connect with their inner spark of hope - even when things feel tricky or uncertain.

Through playful breath work, colourful metaphors, and a thoughtful Fast Five game, kids learn that hope lives in their hearts, grows with kindness, and gives them strength for the future.

In this episode, little listeners will:

• Learn what hope feels like in their body
• Hear about Ebony’s hopeful wishes (like visits with family and big school dreams!)
• Discover how breathing calmly can grow feelings of hope and confidence
• Play a reflective Fast Five game about what they’re excited for
• Explore the idea of a “wishing tree” and planting hopes for the future

Perfect for:

• Preschool and primary-aged children learning resilience and optimism
• Parents and carers supporting emotional wellbeing in kids
• Educators teaching growth mindset and social-emotional learning

Key themes: hope, optimism, emotional literacy, growth mindset, calm breathing, resilience in children

Let’s help every child say with confidence: “I am hopeful… and something wonderful is coming.”

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In this honest and heartwarming episode of Mind Bubbles, Deslaleigh and Pop the Platypus are joined by a special grown-up guest, Miss Tracy, to explore the squirmy, red-cheeked feeling of embarrassment. Whether you’ve tripped in public, called your teacher “Mum,” or had toilet paper trailing behind your shoe - we’ve all been there.

This episode gently helps children understand that feeling embarrassed is totally normal, even for adults. With giggles, stories, and calm breathing, kids learn how to name the feeling, be kind to themselves, and keep having fun even after a whoopsie moment.

In this episode, kids will:

• Learn what embarrassment feels like and where it shows up in the body
• Hear real-life stories from Pop and Miss Tracy
• Discover the power of deep breathing when emotions run high
• Play “Pop’s Fast Five” with five common embarrassing moments
• Practise positive self-talk for those tricky times

Perfect for:

• Preschoolers and early primary school students learning emotional resilience
• Parents and carers supporting kids with confidence and self-esteem
• Educators teaching emotional literacy and social skills in early learning settings

Key themes: emotional regulation, self-awareness, social-emotional learning, confidence, positive self-talk, embarrassment in childhood

Let’s help kids say: “I can feel embarrassed… and I’m still amazing!”

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In this uplifting episode of Mind Bubbles, Deslaleigh and Pop the Platypus are joined by their friend Orlando to explore the powerful feeling of determination. From learning to ride a bike to trying tricky maths or pouring your own milk, being determined means trying again - even when things get tough!

With calming breaths, playful storytelling, and lots of encouragement, this episode helps kids understand that mistakes are part of learning and that determination is a superpower that lives inside them.

In this episode, little listeners will:

• Discover what it means to be determined
• Learn how to keep going, even when something feels hard
• Hear real-life examples like soccer, bike-riding, and shoelaces
• Explore where determination feels in their body
• Play Pot’s Fast Five game and name five things they’re learning to master

Perfect for:

• Preschoolers and early primary students building resilience
• Parents and educators supporting growth mindset
• Classrooms focusing on effort, courage, and confidence

Key themes: growth mindset, perseverance, confidence, emotional regulation, resilience in early childhood, determination

Teach your child to proudly say: “I am determined… and I can do hard things!”

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In this heartfelt episode of Mind Bubbles, Deslaleigh and Pop the Platypus are joined by their friend Lockie to explore the very real and very normal feeling of jealousy. Whether it’s a new toy, a turn that wasn’t yours, or someone else getting that extra cuddle, feeling jealous can be confusing - but it’s just another big feeling we can learn to notice, name, and navigate.

This episode gently helps kids understand jealousy without shame, teaching them how to use their breath, positive self-talk, and kindness to feel calm and loved — no matter what.

In this episode, little listeners will:

• Learn that jealousy is a normal, human feeling
• Discover where jealousy might show up in the body (like the brain, tummy, or hands)
• Hear real-life examples from Lockie about feeling left out or wanting something special
• Practice calming bubble breaths when tricky feelings pop up
• Explore 5 common things that might make someone feel jealous

Perfect for:

• Preschoolers and primary school kids navigating big feelings
• Parents and carers supporting emotional regulation
• Educators exploring social-emotional learning in early childhood settings

Key themes: emotional literacy, jealousy in children, self-regulation, mindfulness for kids, kindness, managing emotions

Help your child say: “I can feel jealous… and still be kind to myself.”

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In this playful episode of Mind Bubbles, Deslaleigh and Pop the Platypus - along with their friend George - explore the feeling of surprise! From opening unexpected presents to discovering funny backyard creatures, surprises come in all shapes and sizes. But what happens when a surprise feels exciting… or a little scary?

This episode teaches kids how to manage surprises using their breath superpower, calm their bodies, and stay curious when things feel unexpected. With fun stories, creative thinking, and calming techniques, children will learn to handle surprises big and small.

In this episode, little listeners will:

• Understand how surprise feels in their body
• Hear George’s story about a surprise dinosaur present
• Practice using mindful breaths to calm after surprises
• Explore five surprising things they might find in their backyard
• Learn positive self-talk for moments of unexpected feelings

Perfect for:

• Preschool and kindy kids learning about emotions
• Parents and carers teaching resilience and self-regulation
• Early childhood educators building emotional literacy and mindfulness

Key themes: understanding emotions, managing surprises, positive self-talk, mindfulness for children, emotional literacy, resilience, early childhood learning

Teach your kids to say proudly: “I am surprised… and I can handle it!”

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In this reassuring episode of Mind Bubbles, Desaleigh and Pop the Platypus explore what it means to feel safe - in your body, in your heart, and in the world around you. Joined by their thoughtful friend Alex, they share playful stories, powerful breathwork, and clever ideas for how little people can stay safe every day.

From practicing bubble breathing to remembering trusted grown-ups and safe spaces, this episode helps children understand that feeling safe is a superpower that comes from listening, asking for help, and making caring choices.

In this episode, kids will learn:

• What safety feels like in their bodies
• Who helps them feel safe (like family, teachers, and friends!)
• The power of mindful breathing for calming and making safe choices
• Five easy ways to be safe at home, at kindy, or anywhere
• How to say to themselves: “I am safe” - and really believe it!

Perfect for:

• Preschoolers, kindy kids, and early primary school learners
• Parents, carers, and educators building safe environments and social-emotional skills
• Classrooms and groups working on body safety and mindful self-regulation
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Key themes: safety for kids, mindfulness, emotional literacy, self-regulation, positive self-talk, early childhood development

Let’s help kids say it with confidence: “I am safe!”

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In this thoughtful episode of Mind Bubbles, Desaleigh and Pop the Platypus invite their friend Phoebe to join them in exploring the feeling of confusion. When things feel a bit wiggly and our minds feel like spaghetti, what can we do? This episode helps kids understand that feeling confused is normal, part of learning, and even a sign that their clever brains are growing!

With creative breathing exercises, Phoebe’s sweet real-life examples, and a playful Fast Five game, little listeners will learn how to manage the “fuzzy” feeling of confusion and keep trying – because tricky things help our brains grow!

In this episode, kids will:

• Learn what it feels like to be confused (and that it’s okay!)
• Hear Phoebe’s story about feeling unsure at the water park
• Discover where confusion might feel in their own bodies
• Practice calming bubble breaths to settle and reset
• Play along with five clever ways to help when feeling confused

Perfect for:

• Preschoolers and early primary-aged children
• Parents and carers teaching social-emotional skills
• Educators looking for SEL resources for kindy and early childhood settings

💡 Key themes: normalising confusion, resilience, emotional regulation, growth mindset, mindfulness for kids, social-emotional learning

👂 Help your kids say: “I can feel confused… and keep trying anyway!”

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In this uplifting episode of Mind Bubbles, Desaleigh and Pop the Platypus are joined by their beautiful friend Charlie to explore what it really means to be beautiful - and it’s not about how we look. It’s about how we feel, how we treat others, and how we shine from the inside.

With playful breathing exercises, thoughtful conversations, and Charlie’s sweet, honest answers, this episode encourages children to recognise their own worth and celebrate what makes them truly special.

In this episode, little listeners will learn:

• Why beauty isn’t just about appearance
• How to feel proud of who they are on the inside
• The power of kindness, bravery, and self-belief
• How to use their breath as a calming, confidence-boosting superpower
• Five beautiful things about themselves that go beyond how they look

Perfect for:

• Preschoolers, kindy kids, and early primary school learners
• Parents and carers building emotional literacy and self-esteem in children
• Educators teaching kindness, confidence, and positive self-talk

💡 Key themes: inner beauty, self-worth, kindness, emotional development, self-talk for kids, resilience building, mindfulness

👂 Let’s teach every child to proudly say: “I am beautiful!”

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In this episode of Mind Bubbles, we’re talking about a beautiful superpower that every little person can grow - including others! Join Desaleigh, Pop the Platypus, and special guests Lily and Grace as they explore what it means to make space for new friends, welcome the shy ones, and create a world where everyone feels like they belong.

Whether it’s a new kid at kindy or a quiet friend at a birthday party, this episode gives kids simple, joyful ways to practice kindness and inclusion.

In this episode, kids will discover:

• How to include others and why it matters
• Real-life stories of kindness from Lily and Grace
• What kindness feels like in the body (spoiler: sparkles in the tummy!)
• Calming deep breaths using the Mind Bubbles superpower
• Pop’s Fast Five Game with 5 fun ways to include someone new
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Perfect for:

• Preschoolers, Prep, and early primary school kids
• Parents, carers, and educators teaching empathy and social skills
• Classrooms exploring emotional literacy and values

Key themes: kindness, inclusion, emotional intelligence, friendship skills, social-emotional learning, early childhood development

Let’s help kids say with pride: “I include others!”

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In this heartwarming episode of Mind Bubbles, Deslaleigh is joined by her super friends Pop the Platypus and Ivy to explore one of childhood’s trickiest emotions: frustration. Whether it’s block towers that won’t stay up or iPads that won’t cooperate, big feelings can bubble up fast - but with playful strategies and powerful breaths, kids can learn to name their emotions and keep trying, even when it’s hard.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• What frustration feels like in your body
• Ivy’s story about filming a video
• How our breath is a secret superpower for calming down
• Pop’s Fast Five game about frustrating moments
• Tips for kids and grown-ups to manage tricky emotions together

This episode is perfect for:

• Preschool and early primary-aged children
• Parents, educators, and carers helping kids name and regulate emotions
• Anyone needing a gentle reminder: “Doing tricky things helps your brain grow.”

Key themes: Emotional literacy, mindfulness for kids, self-regulation, positive self-talk, play-based learning.

Let’s teach our kids to say: “I can feel frustrated… and still be amazing!”

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