Surf Soup TV

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.

  1. 3d ago

    🌏 INTRODUCING THE SURF SOUP® ASIAN ADVENTURES SIGNATURE HARDBACK COLLECTION! 🌏

    🌏 INTRODUCING THE SURF SOUP® ASIAN ADVENTURES SIGNATURE HARDBACK COLLECTION! 🌏Welcome back to Surf Soup® TV! In this episode, we are showcasing our premium, library-grade hardcover editions of the Surf Soup® Asian Adventures sub-series! Unlike traditional paperbacks that fold and wear over time, these special books were intentionally designed and published in high-quality collector's hardback formats from day one. Featuring rugged, full-art wraps, they are beautifully crafted to withstand years of heavy handling by enthusiastic young readers, busy elementary classrooms, and public library diversity shelves.🎨 A MESSAGE FROM THE CREATOR:"I wrote and illustrated these stories using the fun, high-energy Surf Soup® cartoon style to give children an exciting window into Asian culture. Launching them exclusively in high-quality hardcover ensures these stories become long-lasting keepsakes that can be passed down from sibling to sibling, and generation to generation." — Donna Kay Lau, Emmy-Honored TV Animator, Author & Illustrator🌏 INSIDE THE ASIAN ADVENTURES WORLD:Our stories blend real-world cultural traditions, history, and social-emotional learning (SEL) with whimsical cartoon fun:• Chinese Lunar New Year & Moon Day Adventures: Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with mooncakes, lanterns, and a double-headed dragon. It even features "Instant Noodle Friends," where Auntie Donna hilariously turns into a packet of ramen to teach kids about teamwork!• Surf Soup® Tangyuan: A heartwarming Winter Solstice story following Little Donna and her Toisanese family rolling soft rice balls (Tong Yoon) to discover the warmth of family unity.• Making Surf Soup®: The inspiring, multi-page biographical hardcover tracing Donna Kay Lau's 30+ year path as a Chinese American woman overcoming hurdles in the television animation industry.📌 WHY TEACHERS, PARENTS, & LIBRARIANS LOVE THIS SERIES:These books serve as proud cultural mirrors for Asian American children to see their families natively celebrated, and welcoming windows of discovery and empathy for young readers worldwide.🚀 SECURE YOUR KEEPSAKE COPIES TODAY:🌐 Visit our website to browse: https://surfsoup.tv🛒 Shop Major Retailers: Search "Surf Soup Hardcover" on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or global wholesale networks, and look for the "Hardcover" drop-down filter format!We are all in the surf soup together! 🐥🌊 If you support diverse children's literature, smash that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a book trailer or animation update!#SurfSoupTV #AsianAdventures #ChildrensBooks #HardbackReveal #DonnaKayLau #DiverseBooks #AAPIAuthors #ClassroomLibrary #AsianAmericanLiterature #BookLaunch https://Surfsoup.tv

    🌏 INTRODUCING THE SURF SOUP® ASIAN ADVENTURES SIGNATURE HARDBACK COLLECTION! 🌏
  2. Oct 7

    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 the world.Follow Koa as he stands on the beach of Surf Soup Island, wondering what kids dream about becoming. Is it a world-class surfer? A famous singer? A brilliant author? Suddenly, his magical hair begins to wiggle and transforms into a shining pop star stage, a giant tower of books, and a massive rocket ship blasting into space!As Surf Soup says, "Every dream begins with an idea." But what happens when kids are afraid to share those dreams? Read along to find out how the dream party saves the day! It's the perfect story for bedtime, personal growth, and career inspiration.🚀 Take the Magic Further on Outschool!Parents, the story doesn't end with the page. I am also launching a live, interactive Dream Party Class on Outschool! Your kids can join me to boost their confidence, sketch their wildest dreams, and unleash their own imagination magic in a creative group setting.🔗 Grab Your Copy & Join the Class:Paperback ISBN: 978-1-967065-58-5Hardback ISBN: 978-1-967065-83-7Outschool Class Link & Schedule: [Insert your Outschool link here]Don't forget to like, subscribe, and keep your imagination turned on! See you at the party!

    Unleash Your Imagination! 🌟 Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair Dream Party Book Launch
  3. Oct 7

    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 along, and enjoy the adventure together. Perfect for storytime at home, in the classroom, or anytime kids want to relax and hear a story. Some episodes feature read-along excerpts from Surf Soup® books, while others include storytelling moments that explore the characters, creativity, and world of Surf Soup®. So grab a cozy spot, listen, read along, and enjoy the stories from Surf Soup®. Surf Soup® is based on the original Surf Soup® book series created by Donna Kay Lau. Surf Soup® is a registered trademark. © Donna Kay Lau. All rights reserved. 🌊📚 In this storytime episode, we share a read-aloud excerpt from Winnie‑the‑Pooh and EggOh Too! Surf Soup Adventures Begin by Donna Kay Lau. This fun and imaginative story introduces EggOh, a curious bird who has just hatched and soon finds himself floating through the sky where he meets Winnie-the-Pooh. Together they begin a silly adventure filled with friendship, imagination, and a search for honey.  Listen along as we read an excerpt from the beginning of the Surf Soup series and bring the characters to life in this cozy storytime moment for kids and families. Legal Disclaimer: This work is an independent production and is not authorized, sponsored, or endorsed by The Walt Disney Company or the Estate of A.A. Milne. The character of Winnie-the-Pooh is used based on the 1926 original work, which is in the public domain in the United States. Eggoh is an original character created and owned by Donna Kay Lau, Surf Soup ®️ book series 🍯✨ Winnie the Pooh and Eggoh Too ✨🍯 Join me for a cozy read-along from my book Winnie the Pooh and Eggoh Too — a gentle story inspired by the original 1926 public domain work, celebrating friendship, imagination, and small adventures that make big memories. Snuggle in, take a deep breath, and step into storytime with us. 💛 You can also enjoy the original 1926 Winnie-the-Pooh on Audible or find it at your favorite bookstore. And for more heart-filled adventures, explore the Surf Soup® book series. — Legal Disclaimer: This work is an independent production and is not authorized, sponsored, or endorsed by The Walt Disney Company or the Estate of A. A. Milne. The character of Winnie-the-Pooh is used based on the 1926 original work, which is in the public domain in the United States. Eggoh is an original character created and owned by Donna Kay Kau-Surf Soup®️ Surf Soup® is based on the original Surf Soup® book series created by Donna Kay Lau. Surf Soup® is a registered trademark. © Donna Kay Lau. All rights reserved.

    Surf Soup® Storytime Read-Alongs-Winnie the Pooh & EggOh Too!

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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, families, and dreamers of all ages.