Bluey first aired in 2018 and has since become Australia's most successful children's program. Bluey is known to be primarily entertainment for both kids and adults; however, she also shows how to deal with life’s ups and downs.
What is resilience?
Resilience is the ability to adapt well to stress or difficult life events. It is vital for anyone's development. Research shows that resilience in kids is a necessity, and it can help with school, building relationships and managing stress and anxiety. By teaching resilience, we can prevent kids from being vulnerable to anxiety, depression or poor coping skills.
How can media help?
Media such as TV, films or books can easily explain challenges creatively or visually to kids. Bluey is a perfect depiction of how media can help resilience in children. It has a realistic depiction of a young family, which can help kids put themselves in Bluey and her family's shoes.
By watching TV shows like Bluey with your kids, you can talk to your kids and help them reflect on what they see on screen, which can help them build the skills they need to build resilience.