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Molly Scott, Research Scientist in Playful Learning, Temple University

Bluey teaches children and parents alike about how play supports creativity – and other life lessons

The playful Heeler family has amassed fans of all ages. Ian Kitt/BBC Studios

Adults and kids love Bluey. This Australian animated show – hugely popular in the U.S. as well – focuses on a family of blue heeler dogs living in Brisbane. The seven-minute episodes feature 6-year-old Bluey; her 4-year-old sister, Bingo; her mom, Chilli; and her dad, Bandit. They depict the beauty of childhood and portray the realities of being a parent in our current age.

As developmental scientists who study children and how they interact with the world, we sort of adore Bluey too.

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