Eden had been looking forward to her grandparents’ 50th wedding anniversary party for weeks. She had her outfit ready, her heart set on jumping castles and dancing with cousins, and a head full of excitement. But when her mum tells her to change clothes just minutes before leaving — without time to explain how much her outfit mattered to her — Eden’s big feelings boil over into a meltdown.

This calming, relatable episode helps girls aged 6–10 process the experience of disappointment, explore the importance of self-control, and learn how to communicate respectfully when emotions run high. We gently guide listeners through Eden’s story as she reflects on what went wrong, and what kind of person she wants to become — someone who can feel big feelings and choose obedience, patience, and kindness.

Perfect for parents navigating tantrums, power struggles, or emotional outbursts, this episode encourages emotional regulation, respectful communication, and the lifelong skill of choosing self-control — even when it’s hard. “Eden and the Pink Dress” is a warm and affirming tool to help your daughter grow into someone trustworthy, wise, and kind-hearted, no matter what the day brings.

Parent Conversation Guide:

Conversation Starters

• “Have you ever felt really excited about something, and then it didn’t go the way you hoped?”
• “What do you do when someone tells you to do something you don’t want to do?”
• “Can you remember a time you were so upset, it felt like your body took over?”
• “What helps you calm down when your feelings feel really big?”
• “Why do you think it’s hard to stay calm when something feels unfair?”
• “What kind of person do you want to be when things don’t go your way?”
  
  

Connect and Coach

• “It looks like you were really excited, and when things changed suddenly, your body and feelings felt out of control. That makes sense.”
• “Your feelings are totally valid. It’s okay to feel disappointed — what matters is how we act when we feel that way.”
• “You didn’t want to yell. You were trying to be heard. That shows me this was really important to you.”
• “You’re learning something so grown-up: how to feel big emotions and still make good choices.”
• “Sometimes obedience means trusting Mum or Dad’s decision, even if it’s not what you want — and that takes strength.”
• “You can be honest and respectful at the same time. Want to practice how we can do that together?”
  
  

How to Model This as a Parent

• Pause before reacting: When your child is upset, respond with curiosity rather than control. “Tell me what’s going on” opens more growth than “That’s enough.”
• Narrate your own process: Let your child hear your inner dialogue when you're disappointed or frustrated. “I really wanted something different, but I’m going to take a breath and listen first.”
• Repair after rupture: If you rushed your child or didn’t listen, circle back. “I realise I didn’t give you a chance to explain. I’m sorry. Let’s talk now.”
• Praise wise obedience: Highlight when your child obeys even when it’s hard. “That was a hard moment, and you still chose to listen. T

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When Katie sees her mum looking tired and overwhelmed, she tries everything to make her feel better—tidying, helping, even telling silly stories. But nothing works. Katie’s heart starts to hurt, wondering if it's her fault. In this gentle episode, children learn that while kindness matters, it’s not their job to fix grown-up problems. A tender story for kids who feel responsible for the emotions of others, especially the ones they love most.

Parent Conversation Guide:

What this episode helps with:
This story explores what happens when children feel responsible for the emotional state of their parents or carers. Many empathetic children take on invisible emotional loads, believing it’s their job to fix hard feelings in others. This episode helps untangle that burden gently and remind children of what is—and isn’t—their responsibility.

Conversation Starters:

• “What did Katie do when she saw her mum looking upset?”
• “Have you ever tried to make someone feel better when they looked sad or grumpy?”
• “How do you think Katie felt when her mum didn’t smile?”
• “What did Mum say that helped Katie feel better?”

Phrases to reinforce:

• “You’re allowed to care without carrying the whole problem.”
• “You can be kind without fixing everything.”
• “Mum’s big feelings are not your fault.”
• “Sometimes just being there is more than enough.”

How to model it:

If you're having a tough moment, consider narrating aloud:
“Hey sweetheart, I’m just feeling a little tired or stressed right now, but it’s not because of you.”

Or after a big day:
“You don’t need to fix this. Just having your hug is all I need.”
These moments teach your child emotional boundaries and remove guilt they might silently carry.

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When Poppy hears an unexpected comment about her body at school camp, her confidence wobbles. Even after she climbs to the top of the wall, the words keep playing in her mind. On the car ride home, Mum helps her spot the lies her brain is telling her — and teaches her how to catch them, check the truth, and replace them with kinder words. A story about body confidence, inner strength, and learning to be the boss of your own thoughts.

Parent Conversation Guide

Big idea:
Children can internalise careless comments about their bodies and replay them as if they are true. Teaching them to recognise unhelpful thoughts, check them against evidence, and replace them with truth builds resilience and a healthy inner voice.

Conversation starters:

• “Has anyone ever said something about your body that made you feel uncomfortable?”
• “What kinds of thoughts do you sometimes have about yourself when you feel embarrassed?”
• “How can you tell if a thought about you is actually true or just a hurt feeling?”
• “What’s one truth you could tell yourself instead?”
  
  

Phrases to model:

• “Your body is not a problem to fix — it’s your partner for all your adventures.”
• “Not every thought your brain gives you is true.”
• “You can speak to yourself the way you would speak to your best friend.”
• “The proof is in what your body can do, not in what others say about it.”

How to model:

• Share a time when someone’s comment stuck in your mind and how you challenged it.
• Speak kindly about your own body in front of your child, especially about its abilities rather than its appearance.
• Praise your child for what their body does — climbing, swimming, running, hugging — not just how it looks.

Practical skill to teach:

• Catch it — Notice the unhelpful thought.
• Check it — Is it true? What’s the proof?
• Change it — Replace it with a truthful, kind thought.
• Turn it up — Imagine turning the volume up on the truth and down on the lie.
  
  

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What do you do when your child tries her hardest but still feels invisible? In this episode of Ever Wonder, we meet Tahlia—a young netball player who’s committed, kind, and doing her best, but keeps getting left out on the court. The ball never comes her way, and her team doesn’t seem to notice the effort she puts in. Through Tahlia’s story, we explore how to handle unfair situations, deal with frustration, and keep showing up when things feel hard.

This episode gently builds emotional resilience, teaches kids the value of sportsmanship, and reminds them that who they are matters—even when it feels like no one sees.

Perfect for girls aged 6–10 navigating friendship dynamics, team settings, or moments of self-doubt.

Conversation Starters:

“Have you ever felt left out during a game or group activity?”

“What do you think Tahlia was feeling during the netball game?”

“Have you ever wanted to give up when something felt unfair?”

“If you were Tahlia’s teammate, what would you do differently?”

What You Can Say to Support Her Emotionally:

“It makes total sense to feel angry or sad when you try your best and don’t feel included.”
“Fairness is really important to you—and when things don’t feel fair, it can hurt deeply.”

“Even though we can’t always control what others do, we can choose how we act and what kind of person we want to be.”

“I saw how hard you worked, and your effort is something I really admire.”

What You Can Model at Home:

Name unfairness calmly: When you experience something unfair (e.g., in traffic, lines, or work), verbalize it with self-awareness: “That didn’t feel fair, and I’m frustrated, but I’m choosing not to yell or lash out.”

Talk about perseverance: Share your own stories of times you kept showing up, even when things didn’t go your way.

Point out quiet strengths: Instead of focusing only on outcomes, affirm qualities like kindness, effort, and fairness. “That was a really team-hearted thing to do.”

Practice inclusion as a family: Make space for others in conversations, games, or choices at home to model what it looks like to notice and value everyone.

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In this honest and heartfelt episode of Ever Wonder, we meet Piper — a girl with a habit of telling little lies who finally does the right thing… and still isn’t believed. After a painful misunderstanding with her mum, Piper faces embarrassment, frustration, and the ache of feeling unseen.

Perfect for girls aged 6–10, this story explores themes of honesty, trust, and growing into someone others can rely on. Through gentle storytelling, this episode helps kids understand how trust is built, why forgiveness is hard but good, and how to stay steady even when others get it wrong. Includes a calming affirmation and a practical parent conversation guide.

Parent Conversation Guide

Conversation Starters:

• Have you ever told the truth but weren’t believed?
  How do you think Piper felt when her mum didn’t trust her?
• Why do you think it was hard for her mum to believe her?
• What do you think helps people rebuild trust over time?
  
  

Phrases You Can Use:

• Thank you for telling the truth — that matters, even if it’s hard.
• I’m sorry for the times I haven’t listened or jumped to conclusions.
• It’s brave to tell the truth, even if someone might not believe you right away.
• I want to be someone who helps you grow into someone who’s trusted — and that starts with listening.
  
  

Ways to Model This as a Parent:

• Admit your own mistakes when you’ve misunderstood or spoken too sharply. Let your child see what real repair looks like.
• Show grace when your child tells the truth, even if the truth involves a mistake.
• Talk about trust as something built over time, and affirm every honest step your child takes.
• Let your child hear you say, “I believe you,” when it’s true — especially when it’s hard for them to speak up.
• Share a time when you were misunderstood and what helped you heal or repair that relationship.

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Ruby loves playing secret agent games with her friends—until their jokes start feeling a little too sharp. When Mia and bronte start calling her “Cry-fly” and teasing her for being sensitive, Ruby isn’t sure what to do. Should she laugh along? Say nothing? Or speak up?

In this episode, Ruby learns how to tell the difference between friendly teasing and words that hurt—and how to gently but bravely stand up for herself without drama or meanness. With a relatable story, visualisation of a glowing firefly, and a calming bedtime affirmation, this episode helps sensitive, empathetic girls learn to honour their feelings, speak the truth kindly, and let go of the words that don’t belong to them.

What this episode helps with:
This story supports emotionally sensitive children who struggle with playful teasing, sarcasm, or unkind jokes in friendships. It equips them with language to gently name when something doesn’t feel right, and it reassures them that sensitivity is not weakness—it’s strength with softness.

Themes to explore with your child:

• What makes teasing feel fun, and what makes it feel hurtful?
• How can we tell the difference between a joke and a jab?
• How can we speak up in a calm, kind way?

Conversation Starters:

• “Have you ever had someone say ‘just joking’ when it didn’t feel funny to you?”
• “What do you think Ruby did really bravely in the story?”
• “If you were Ruby’s friend, how could you help her feel safe and included?”
  
  

Phrases to model:

• “It’s okay to say, ‘That didn’t feel kind.’”
• “We don’t have to laugh at jokes that hurt.”
• “Your softness is strength. Let’s keep it safe.”

How to support your child:
Teach your child that emotional honesty builds trust—not ruins fun. Help them practice calm scripts like “That one didn’t feel good to me” or “Could we use different words?” Encourage empathy in friendships and give them permission to protect their peace. Revisit the firefly visual as a tool for letting go of unwanted words.

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When Hattie agrees to wash both her parents’ cars for $15, she doesn’t expect Mum’s to take so long — or to be so messy. By the time she finishes, she’s exhausted, and Dad tells her she can stop early and still get paid. But after a quiet pause, Hattie chooses to keep going — not for money, but because she wants her word to matter. This thoughtful story helps girls reflect on integrity, follow-through, and the quiet kind of strength that grows when no one’s watching.

Why This Episode Matters:
This episode gently explores what it means to be a person of your word — especially when no one’s watching, and even when it’s hard. Hattie models quiet, steady integrity, helping children see that strength doesn’t always look loud or impressive — sometimes, it looks like following through when you’re tired.

Themes to Explore Together:

• What does it mean to keep your word?
• Why is it hard to finish something once we’re tired or not being watched?
• What does integrity look like in everyday life?
• How can we be faithful in the little things?

Questions to Ask:

• “Have you ever wanted to quit something halfway through?”
• “What helped Hattie decide to keep going?”
• “How do you feel when someone follows through on what they said?”
• “What do you think it means when people say your word matters?”
  
  

Helpful Phrases to Try:

• “You said yes — let’s finish this strong.”
• “It’s okay to be tired, but I see your effort.”
• “You don’t need applause to do good work.”
• “Doing what’s right builds strength on the inside.”
  
  
  

Model It:
Let your child see you follow through, even when it’s inconvenient:
“I promised I’d take out the rubbish — and I’m doing it now, even though I’m tired. I want my word to mean something too.”

Give your child a challenging task - perhaps one you think may be out of reach for them. Accomplishing it will give them a sense of pride, independence and capability. If it is too hard - perfect! What a great opportunity to teach problem solving skills, even if this means finding someone who can help with a solution. Give them ownership of the process, even if you are a tool they can employ.

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In this gentle episode of Ever Wonder, we meet Tilly — a girl who’s excited to get her hair braided at school, until a loud voice announces she has nits. Embarrassed and overwhelmed, Tilly must learn how to handle shame, embarrassment, and the fear of being seen differently.

Perfect for girls aged 6–10, this story explores how small things can feel big in front of others, working through shame and how to grow quiet confidence in the face of embarrassment. Listeners will learn that real strength doesn’t come from being perfect — it comes from how we respond. Includes a calming affirmation and a practical parent conversation guide.

Parent Conversation Guide
Conversation Starters:

• How do you think Tilly felt in that moment at assembly?
• Have you ever felt embarrassed like that before?
• Why do you think little things can feel really big when other people laugh?
• What helped Tilly move forward?

Phrases You Can Use:

• Nits don’t mean anything about you — they’re just something that happens to everyone.
• It’s okay to feel embarrassed, but it doesn’t define you.
• You can be both embarrassed and brave at the same time.
• That moment might have felt big, but it doesn’t change who you are.

Ways to Model This as a Parent:

• Share a time when something small embarrassed you — and how you got through it.
• Avoid using language that makes physical issues (like nits or spills) feel shameful.
• Affirm your child’s inner qualities: kindness, humour, honesty — especially after a hard day.
• Let your child see you laugh gently at your own mistakes or awkward moments.
• If your child has recently been embarrassed, validate it without overreacting: “That must’ve been really hard. Want to talk about it?”

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