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Surf Soup TV
by Donna Kay Lau
Surf Soup® TV for Kids is the award-winning podcast from Emmy-honored creator Donna Kay Lau. Recently recognized as the Best Imagination Podcast, this series brings the whimsical Surf Soup® world to life through storytelling, mindfulness, kindness, and colorful cultural themes — for children, families, and dreamers of all ages.
Episodes
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Magical hair hardbacks!
On this episode, Emmy-honored TV animator and author Donna Kay Lau joins the show to share a historic milestone for the Surf Soup Universe. We are celebrating the launch of Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair: Dream Party, Volume 15, Book 11, alongside the massive announcement that all of your...
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Welcome to the Surf Soup® Universe | Enter Surf Soup Island
Welcome to the official introduction to the Surf Soup® Universe — a giant connected world of books, animation, music, storytelling, island adventures, unforgettable characters, and imagination built across decades of creativity by Emmy-honored animator, author, and illustrator Donna Kay Lau. What...
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Unleash Your Imagination! 🌟 Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair Dream Party Book Launch
Get ready for the ultimate dream party! Today we are officially launching Book 11, Volume 15 in the Surf Soup® series: Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair Dream Party. This brand-new story is all about building confidence, unlocking imagination, and inspiring kids to share their biggest dreams with...
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Surf Soup® Plays Soccer Around the World Launch
Surf Soup® Plays Soccer Around the World Welcome back to Surf Soup®. In Surf Soup® Plays Soccer Around the World, Surf Soup® and friends travel across beaches and cultures discovering teamwork, kindness, and mindful play. Soccer — or football — becomes a way to connect across the globe. Part of…
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Surf Soup® Storytime Read-Alongs-Winnie the Pooh & EggOh Too!
Surf Soup® Storytime Read-Alongs Welcome to Surf Soup® Storytime Read-Alongs. In this playlist, I share excerpts and read-along moments from the Surf Soup® book series. These videos bring the stories to life with storytelling, characters, and imagination so kids and families can listen, follow...
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Surf Soup® Mom Is WOW Upside Down Launch
Surf Soup® Mom Is WOW Upside Down Welcome back to Surf Soup®. Today I’m sharing Surf Soup® Mom Is WOW Upside Down, a joyful children’s picture book about creativity, love, and seeing the world from a new perspective. This story celebrates imagination, family, and the magic that happens when we…
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Surf Soup® Digital World Release | New Books on Google Play, Kobo, and the Official Surf Soup® Store
Surf Soup® creator Donna Kay Lau announces the worldwide digital release of select Surf Soup® books across new platforms including Google Play Books, Kobo, and the official Surf Soup® merchant store. This first digital collection includes 10 core Surf Soup® titles celebrating creativity, surfing,...
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Surf Soup TV & Banana Unicorns Chasing Rainbows-COVER REVEAL
Banini the Banana Unicorn and Koa are back in a magical new adventure across Surf Soup Island 🌈 In Chasing Rainbows, a brilliant rainbow stretches across the sky — and Banini can’t resist chasing it. Joined by Koa, Kiss the rainbow-trailing surfboard, and Holo Holo the flying surf van, the...
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🎨 TUNE IN YOUR ANTENNA! Inside the Surf Soup Master Control Center! 🌊✨
BOOP! Welcome to a very special episode! We are officially opening the doors to the master control center of the SURF SOUP® UNIVERSE! Created by Emmy-honored and Oscar-qualified animator, author, and illustrator Donna Kay Lau, this exclusive Collector’s Series Fan Guide is your ultimate backstage...
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BIG REVEAL! 🌊 The Ultimate Surf Soup TV Passport Book Is Here!
🌎 LAUNCHING TODAY! Start your global ocean adventure with the official Surf Soup TV Passport! 🏄♂️✨Grab your ticket to the universe and access our official launch campaign page here:👉 https://mailchi.mp/0e8f8e11cfb3/surf-soup-tv-passportCreated by Emmy-honored and Oscar-qualified television...
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Surf Soup® Creative Art & Storytime for Kids on Outschool (+ Big Sign-Up Bonus!)
Welcome to the world of Surf Soup! 🌊 Inside this video, I’m sharing an exciting new way for your kids to learn, draw, and explore with me live. I am now teaching official Surf Soup art, storytelling, and ocean conservation classes on Outschool! To celebrate my launch, you can use my special...
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EggOH GOES LIVE! 📡💛 Official VTuber Open Studio Reveal
The studio doors are officially open! 🚪✨ In this episode, we are pulling back the curtain on a project months in the making: the official launch of the Surf Soup® VTuber channel!Watch out, because our favorite mischievous rooster-peacock hybrid, EggOH, has completely jumped off the sketchbook...
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Meet EggOH! From Comic Book Character to Live Stream VTuber 🐥🦚❤️
EggOH only needed one page to change everything! Welcome back to the show. Today, we are celebrating a massive milestone in the Surf Soup® universe: the official hybrid launch of Surf Soup®: EggOH Just Wanted to Broadcast Love.This unique release functions as both a regular book and a live comic...
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Surf Soup®: EggOH Just Wanted to Broadcast Love — Official Book Launch! 📚❤️
Welcome back to the studio! In today's episode, we are celebrating a massive milestone for the Surf Soup® Book Series with the official launch and trailer release of "Surf Soup®: EggOH Just Wanted to Broadcast Love" by Emmy-honored animator Donna Kay Lau.Before the massive world of Surf Soup®…
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Surf Soup Red Egg Ginger Party and Asian Adventures Book Series
.🌊 WE HIT THE BESTSELLER CHARTS! #36 ON AMAZON! 🎨✨Hi everyone, I am Donna Kay Lau, the creator of the Surf Soup book series. If there is one thing the Surf Soup world teaches us, it’s that we have to learn to celebrate everything—especially the small, beautiful moments along the way. And today…
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Surf Soup TV: My Collector Cards on Kickstarter sample arrived!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/surfsoup/surf-soup-tv-book-animation-collector-cards I was completely caught off guard today when a surprise box showed up on my doorstep. No tracking update, no warning—the 6th Surf Soup® TV Book Animation Collector Cards sample deck is finally in my...
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Donna Kay Lau Launches Surf Soup® 1st Edition Collector Cards on Kickstarter June 16
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/surfsoup/surf-soup-tv-book-animation-collector-cards Donna Kay Lau Launches Surf Soup® 1st Edition Collector Cards on Kickstarter June 16 Award-winning animator drops 55-card series with an exclusive 48-hour early bird price Emmy-honored animator Donna Kay Lau...
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Surf Soup® AAPI Asian Stories, Hardcover Books, and Creative Universe Update
Surf Soup® creator Donna Kay Lau shares updates on the expanding Surf Soup® universe including new Asian-inspired hardcover books, cultural storytelling projects, animation development, music, podcasts, digital publishing, and Surf Soup® TV. Created in celebration of Asian American and Pacific...
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Happy Easter Bunny Story for Kids 🐰🌷 | Surf Soup®
Happy Easter Bunny Story for Kids 🐰🌷 | Surf Soup® Hop into Easter fun with a sweet and silly Surf Soup® story for kids and families! 🐰🌷 Filled with smiles, springtime joy, and playful bunny fun, this cheerful short is perfect for little listeners and Easter celebrations everywhere. Watch more...
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Surf Soup® Hot & Sour Soup
When moods boil over, Surf Soup® shows kids how to stir their feelings with care! 🍲💛 Join Koa, Unco, EggOh, and the Dim Sum Crew as they learn emotional balance, patience, and teamwork while Grandma’s Hot & Sour Soup bubbles away. ✨ Free reader guide includes STEAM activities, SEL exercises…
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Surf Soup® Plastic Soup
Dive into Plastic Soup! Koa discovers mysterious jars in the ocean and calls it “Plastic Soup!” Join the friends and Plastic Man as they explore ocean cleanup, environmental awareness, and creative problem-solving — all with Surf Soup® fun. Free reader guide includes STEAM experiments, SEL…
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Surf Soup® Chinese Lunar New Year Adventure
Celebrate the magic of Lunar New Year with Surf Soup®! 🧧🌕 Follow Koa and the Surf Soup® crew as they explore lanterns, dumplings, and family traditions while learning about culture, community, and togetherness. ✨ Free reader guide includes STEAM activities, SEL reflection prompts, art, and…
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Tangyuan! Surf Soup® Cover Reveal ✨ A New Story Begins
✨ COVER REVEAL ✨ Get a first look at the cover for an upcoming Surf Soup® illustrated children’s book by Emmy-honored animator and author Donna Kay Lau. This cover reveal offers an early glimpse into the heart of the story — playful, warm, and rooted in imagination, culture, and everyday magic....
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Mom Is WOW (Upside Down) | Surf Soup® Picture Book Reveal
Mom Is WOW (Upside Down) is a whimsical Surf Soup® picture book about seeing everyday life from a new point of view. On Surf Soup Island, mornings are a little wild, slippers don’t always match, and lunchboxes overflow with love. When Koa discovers that the word MOM flipped upside down becomes…
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Surf Soup® Coloring Book – Relax, Create & Celebrate Lunar New Year for Free!
Unlock your free coloring pages: https://surfsoup.tv/surf-soup-offers Celebrate Lunar New Year with the Surf Soup® Chinese Zodiac Coloring Book! 🐭🐂🐯 Discover 12 beautifully illustrated mandala-style Zodiac animals, designed for kids and adults alike. Relax, reduce stress, and have fun coloring...
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Surf Soup® Christmas Star — 99¢ Holiday Book Sale!
Join Emmy-honored animator and author Donna Kay Lau for a festive behind-the-scenes peek at her children’s picture book Surf Soup® TV Christmas Star, now on a limited-time Black Friday & Cyber Monday sale for 99¢! Meet Koa and Twinklet, a starfish with a glowing Christmas mission, and discover…
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⭐ Surf Soup® Surfing Adventures Book Series | Inspiring Ocean Stories for Kids & Families
This holiday season, dive into the warm waves of imagination with the Surf Soup® book series by award-winning creator Donna Kay Lau! 🌊✨ Discover three beautifully crafted stories that inspire creativity, cultural appreciation, and kindness: 📘 Surf Soup® A charming surfing adventure that teaches...
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“Surf Soup® Buttons: Oscar-Qualifying Premiere in Hollywood”-TODAY!
🎬✨ Today’s the day! My Oscar®-qualifying animated short Surf Soup® Buttons is premiering on the big screen at 3:00 PM at Cinelounge Sunset in Hollywood 🌴💛 This marks the start of our 7-day theatrical run (Sept 8–14)—a huge milestone in my journey as an independent animator and storyteller. If...
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Surf Soup® Buttons Premieres in Hollywood Sept 8–14!
Big news! 🎬 My Oscar-qualified animated short Surf Soup® Buttons is premiering in Hollywood at Cinelounge Sunset, September 8–14, 2025. Along with the film, I’ve launched 13 new Surf Soup® books and 8+ music albums—sharing creativity, kindness, and inspiration with kids and families everywhere....
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Surf Soup® Buttons Premiere (Hollywood)
🎬 Big news! My animated short Surf Soup: Buttons is premiering on the big screen in Hollywood! 📍 Cinelounge, 6464 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood 📅 September 8–14, This Oscar-qualifying run is inspired by my family’s story and the Surf Soup® book series. Buttons is a hand-drawn 2D film celebrating...
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Surf Soup® Dreams Come True | Film Premiere, Books & Music Recap
Donna Kay Lau, Emmy-honored animator and creator of Surf Soup®, shares her biggest creative milestone yet in this special recap video. From completing her Oscar-qualified animated short Surf Soup® Buttons—premiering in Hollywood September 8–14, 2025—to publishing 13 new books and releasing 8+…
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Surf Soup® Buttons Q&A | Behind the Oscar-Qualified Animated Short Film
Join Emmy-honored animator and author Donna Kay Lau for a special Q&A all about her independent animated short, Surf Soup® Buttons! Discover the inspiration behind the story, her Chinese American heritage, the journey from book to screen, and what it means to premiere at Cinelounge Sunset in...
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Surf Soup: Discover the World of Surf Soup Island
Welcome to Surf Soup Island, a vibrant world of adventure, imagination, and heartwarming stories! Created by Emmy-honored animator and author Donna Kay Lau, the Surf Soup series invites young listeners and their families to join Koa and his friends on surfing adventures filled with kindness,...
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Surf Soup Presents: A Turtle’s Journey Home
Follow the inspiring true story of a young sea turtle’s long journey across the Pacific in A Turtle’s Journey Home. This heartfelt children’s book brings themes of courage, hope, love, and resilience to life with beautiful narration and ocean sounds. Perfect for young ocean lovers, environmental...
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Surf Soup Idiom the Turtle’s Wacky & Egg-cellent Adventures
Get ready to giggle and learn with Idiom the Turtle’s Wacky & Egg-cellent Adventures — an egg-straordinary journey through the funny, mysterious world of idioms! In this engaging episode, Idiom the Turtle speaks only in silly sayings, and young listeners join Koa, Jelly, and friends as they…
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Surf Soup TV Presents: Paper Son – A Journey Through Asian History
Travel back in time with Paper Son, an educational and heartwarming children’s story about Chinese immigrant history, family bonds, and resilience. Meet Unco, a lovable young foodie, as he shares stories of courage, cultural identity, and the immigrant experience through food and friendship.…
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Surf Soup Dreams: Goodnight Oatmeal — I Can’t Sleep!
Sometimes falling asleep is the hardest part of the day — but on Surf Soup Island, bedtime is just the beginning of a soothing adventure. In Surf Soup Dreams: Goodnight Oatmeal — I Can’t Sleep!, listeners meet Oatmeal, a soft teddy bear and secret sleep helper who gently guides kids through...
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Surf Soup TV Presents: Prana the Piranha — Namaste, Little Yogis!
Dive into joy, laughter, and mindfulness with Prana the Piranha — Namaste, Little Yogis! This fun and energetic episode introduces young listeners to the world of yoga through the playful antics of Prana, a lively piranha who spreads happiness and wellness with laughter yoga. Perfect for kids…
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Surf Soup TV Presents: Surfing the Internet & the Waves
Laugh and learn with Surfing the Internet & the Waves, a funny and heartwarming children’s story about EggOh, a fame-seeking rooster-peacock hybrid who disrupts Surf Soup TV! This episode teaches important lessons about internet safety, screen time balance, creativity, and real-life connections....
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Surf Soup TV Presents: The Red Dragonfly’s Purpose
Dive into The Red Dragonfly’s Purpose, a beautifully illustrated children’s story about Hongli, a silent observer with wings like stained glass. This gentle tale explores the power of stillness, imagination, and quiet strength in a colorful, whimsical world. Perfect for kids who love stories…
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Surf Soup: Wanda the Whale and Loneliest Little Sister | Official Book Trailer | A Story of Siblings, Kindness & Inclusion
📖 Official Book Trailer for Surf Soup: Wanda the Whale and the Lonely Littlest Sister Created by Emmy-honored animator and author Donna Kay Lau Welcome back to Surf Soup Island! 🌊🐋 This heartfelt and beautifully illustrated children's book tells the story of Wanda the Whale and her youngest...
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Surf Soup TV Presents: Roo’s Gratitude Mantra No Complaints Whatsoever -Thank you for Everything
Join Roo the Rooster and Pidgen the Pigeon in Roo’s Gratitude Mantra, a joyful and uplifting children’s story about thankfulness, friendship, and mindfulness. Perfect for young children and families looking to cultivate positive attitudes and daily gratitude practices. This story encourages...
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Surf Soup Buttons: An Immigrant’s Asian American Dream Born in Grandpa’s Laundry
Step inside a steamy laundromat in this heartwarming episode, Surf Soup Buttons: An Immigrant’s Asian American Dream Born in Grandpa’s Laundry. This beautifully told story shares the inspiring childhood of Emmy-honored animator Donna Kay Lau, who discovered her creative voice among piles of…
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Surf Soup Series: 11-Book Launch and Video Premiere
Celebrating the launch of the Surf Soup series with 11 new children's books and their accompanying videos. Each story dives into themes of creativity, culture, and imagination, rooted in my heritage and animated storytelling. This project is part of an ongoing creative journey, highlighting...
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Surf Soup Presents Buttons – A Q&A with the Creator Donna Kay Lau
This is a special Q and A with creator Donna Kay Lau about her Oscar qualified animated short film Buttons. In this episode Donna shares the inspiration behind the story which is rooted in her Chinese American heritage and childhood memories growing up in her grandfather's Los Angeles laundry...
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Surf Soup® Buttons Is LIVE on Kickstarter! + Best Imagination Podcast Award Celebration 🎉
I’m so excited to finally share this moment with you… ✨ My animated short film Surf Soup® Buttons is now LIVE on Kickstarter! And… 🏆 my show, The Best Imagination Podcast, just won an award! This episode is part celebration, part love letter — and part rallying cry for creativity, legacy, and...
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🐢 Surf Soup Double Cover Reveal | World Turtle Day Special! | Kids Book Launch & Laughs
🐢 Surf Soup Double Cover Reveal! | World Turtle Day Special 🐢 Get ready to flip your fins! It's World Turtle Day, and Surf Soup is shell-ebrating with not one but TWO book cover reveals that are totally turtle-rrific! 🐢✨ 🎉 Book #1: Surf Soup Presents: A Turtle’s Journey Home Follow the...
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Surf Soup TV: Magical Dim Sum Sing-Along — Official Book Launch! 🎉
🎙️ "Welcome to the official launch of Surf Soup TV: Magical Dim Sum Sing-Along! I'm so excited to share this magical new adventure with you. In this story, Koa's magical hair tingles again, leading him straight into Grandma's kitchen, where steaming dim sum, singing dumplings, and unforgettable...
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Announcing the Surf Soup Book Series Collection! 🌺🌍
🌊✨ BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! ✨🌊 I’m so excited to share the official launch of my organized Surf Soup Book Series Collection! 📚🎉 This creative journey has grown into something magical—filled with surfing adventures, whimsical characters, animated stories, cultural roots, and heartwarming life…
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Making Surf Soup: :A Chinese American Story of Donna Kay Lau TV Animator, Author, and Illustrator
Welcome, where imagination meets adventure! I’m Donna Kay Lau, the creator of the Surf Soup children’s book series, and I’m so excited to share the heart behind the magic. In this special episode, I dive into the journey that inspired the creation of Surf Soup, from the first spark of an idea to...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Surf Soup® TV for Kids is the award-winning podcast from Emmy-honored creator Donna Kay Lau. Recently recognized as the Best Imagination Podcast, this series brings the whimsical Surf Soup® world to life through storytelling, mindfulness, kindness, and colorful cultural themes — for children, families, and dreamers of all ages.
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Surf Soup® TV for Kids is the award-winning podcast from Emmy-honored creator Donna Kay Lau. Recently recognized as the Best Imagination Podcast, this series brings the whimsical Surf Soup® world to life through storytelling, mindfulness, kindness, and colorful cultural themes — for children,...
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