Bluey models resilience in 150 episodes, researchers find

A study analysed all 150 episodes of Bluey (seasons one to three) and found 73 episodes included clear resilience messages; nearly two-thirds of those moments involved a parent, most often Bluey's mother.

Researchers analysed every episode of Bluey from seasons one to three to examine how the show depicts resilience. The review covered 150 episodes, about 18 hours of content, and used the Grotberg Resilience Framework to organise examples. Resilience was described as support from others, practical coping skills, and inner strengths. The work responded to a gap in systematic study of how children's TV portrays resilience and its possible role in learning. Key findings: - 73 of 150 episodes included a clear resilience message as a primary or secondary theme. - Nearly two-thirds of resilience moments were facilitated by a parent, most often Bluey's mother. - The analysis used the Grotberg categories "I have" (support), "I can" (skills) and "I am" (inner strengths) to classify examples. - Specific episode examples cited include The Show (emotional coaching), Keepy Uppy (reframing and regulation), Seesaw (determination and confidence) and Sheepdog (self-care and perspective-taking). - The series repeatedly touches on trusting relationships, emotional communication, problem-solving, self-regulation and empathy. Summary: The research finds Bluey frequently models resilience across relationships, practical skills and inner strengths, with many moments shown by parents as well as children at play. The study notes these themes across seasons one to three but does not specify further research steps. Undetermined at this time.