ABC KIDS Soundwalks
Australian nature journey leads mindfulness lessons.
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What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that ABC KIDS Soundwalks is an Australia-produced meditation pod that aims to teach kids how to grow emotionally and socially. This show may be very helpful for kids who experience anxiety or need a few extra lessons in managing their emotions. Because it is an Australian produced podcast, it may be more difficult to find, as it is on fewer American streaming services than is typical. Parents will love that there is no adult content in this show – it is truly one for all ages. Hosts Teo Gebert and Rachel Coopes gently guide listeners through personal and social conflicts that may arise at school or at home (like stress and anxiety), providing solutions to keep in mind before these issues arise, if they haven't already. Additionally, while Soundwalks is geared toward kids, these lessons can be helpful for families to listen and relax to together. The lessons taught encourage character strength growth, and will aid kids in developing integrity, empathy, teamwork, and perseverance.
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What’s It About?
ABC KIDS SOUNDWALKS combines life skills for kids and immersive nature sounds to create a well-rounded, relaxing experience for all. Each episode is approximately eight minutes long and features a different location to transport the listener to, such as a rainforest, desert, ocean, and more. Soundwalks is an Australian produced podcast, and many locations are prominent Australian destinations, making this show educational for kids who are unfamiliar with the region as well. A different lesson is taught each episode, frequently with the intention of creating emotionally mature kids. Examples of lessons include processing "big feelings", teamwork, and calming down.
Is It Any Good?
This ASMR-adjacent show is a fantastic combination of relaxing nature sounds and productive life lessons for kids. Overall, Soundwalks certainly delivers on its promise to help kids connect with themselves and others. By teaching small lessons about becoming a more well-rounded, relaxed kid, it is almost guaranteed that most parents will receive this show positively. This pod has multiple features that both parents and kids will enjoy – namely, a calming wildlife ambience, emotional skill-building, and practicing creative imagination. Each episode encourages the development of a different character strength (integrity, compassion, etc.), aiming to create healthier, kinder children. A perfect addition to any family looking to chill out and grow at the same time, Soundwalks brings high-quality narration and sound effects to create an immersive environment that all are sure to enjoy.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Soundwalks encourages kids to be more aware of their emotions and handle them accordingly. When you feel angry or sad, do you feel comfortable talking to your family about your feelings?
How can you apply the character strengths you learn in this show, like compassion, at school?
Podcast Details
- Release date: November 11, 2018
- Genre: Mental Health & Wellness
- Average Run Time: 10 minutes
- Website: https://www.abc.net.au/kidslisten/programs/soundwalks
- Hosts: Teo Gebert, Rachael Coopes
- Publisher: ABC KIDS Listen
- Pricing structure: Free
- Topics: Ocean Creatures, Science and Nature
- Character Strengths: Compassion, Empathy, Gratitude, Self-control
- Last updated: February 7, 2023
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