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co-created in therapy with a particular brave spark, this episode helps kids explore what happens when energy gets too big — and how to bring it back to calm. 

when a mysterious chemical spill energises a curious spider, and then mr. peter and mr. simon, chaos erupts on the worksite! from wild zooming and slippery puddles to giggle-inducing magic rugs, this playful, sensory-rich story helps kids recognise their energy states and discover strategies that support balance. 

inspired by real therapy sessions, this episode gently introduces vestibular and proprioceptive input — movement-based supports that can help neurodivergent kids regulate big energy and build interoceptive awareness (how their body feels inside). 

🎧 includes: 
 – a playful therapeutic story 
 – reflection questions to chat about 
 – ideas for home, school, or therapy 
part of brave sparks — a storytelling podcast shaped by the voice, needs, and strengths of neurodivergent children ✨ 

🎧 sound credits:
✍️ written by: trust children and the kids we support (with a sprinkle of ai magic)
🎙️ voice: the brave sparks team
🎛️ sound mixing: brave sparks team
🎶 music: serene acoustic guitar melodies by lolamoore — https://freesound.org/s/768424 — attribution 4.0

🔊 sound effects include:
 🛠️ drilling noises & construction site by khenshom — https://freesound.org/s/477599 — cc0
💦 water_splash_18.wav by junggle — https://freesound.org/s/427910 — attribution 4.0
🫧 multiple bubbles bursting by florianreichelt — https://freesound.org/s/593902 — cc0
💨 whoosh_07.wav by dymewiz — https://freesound.org/s/396261 — attribution 3.0
🦶 footsteps in mud by iainmccurdy — https://freesound.org/s/243682 — attribution 4.0
🔍 zoomIn.wav by tkshredder — https://freesound.org/s/404936 — attribution 4.0
🔧 swish wire x4 by rhumphries — https://freesound.org/s/405958 — attribution 4.0
🤕 bonk sound effect by thecoolcookie17 — https://freesound.org/s/547290 — cc0
🪑 footsteps & chair pull by minimumlabyrinth — https://freesound.org/s/558869 — attribution 4.0
🐝 bee buzz by akkingstudio — https://freesound.org/s/662097 — cc0
🌀 syn_whoosh_01.aif by aishabag23 — https://freesound.org/s/583233 — attribution 3.0
🎯 boing cartoon sfx by deleted_user_7146007 — https://freesound.org/s/695490 — cc0
🔔 wind chimes (6 chimes) by iainmccurdy — https://freesound.org/s/241158 — attribution 4.0

🌀 part of the brave sparks podcast — co-created in therapy, shaped by the voice, needs, and strengths of neurodivergent children. 🌟

🎧 co-created in therapy — inspired by your child’s voice, strengths, and needs.

🎙️ voice: children who helped shape the episode with simone mossop
🎛️ sound design: brave sparks team
🎵 intro/outro music: serene acoustic guitar melodies by lolamoore — https://freesound.org/s/768424 — attribution 4.0

✨ explore more spark stories or learn about our therapy approach: trustchildren.au/bravesparks