Surf Soup TV

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 how this ocean-sparked holiday tale came to life. 📘 Get the 99¢ book:   https://www.amazon.com...

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 ocean awareness, friendship, and community. A perfect read for young ocean lovers! Available at...

🎬✨ 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 you’re in LA, come join me for this special screening: 📍 Cinelounge Sunset, 6464 Sunset Blvd, H...

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. 🎟️ Tickets:  cineloungefilm.com

🎬 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 culture, creativity, and independent animation. 🌟 Join me in celebrating this milestone and support Surf S...

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+ Surf Soup® music albums, Donna takes you behind the wave of creativity. Balancing health, family care, and...

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 Hollywood September 8–14, 2025. From creating 100+ Surf Soup® books and 8+ music albums to completing t...

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, cultural wisdom, mindfulness, and fun. Each episode introduces colorful characters like Auntie Donna, EggOh...

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 enthusiasts, and kids fascinated by animal adventures. This story also highlights the importance of con...

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 decode popular idioms like “raining cats and dogs” and “let the cat out of the bag.” Perfect for kids ag...

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. Ideal for kids aged 6-12 learning about diversity, Asian American history, and the power of connection. Thi...

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 nighttime worries with breathing exercises, calming stories, and imaginative journeys. Designed especially f...

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 ages 5-12, this episode offers easy-to-follow yoga poses, breathing exercises, and playful stories that en...

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. Perfect for kids, families, and classrooms looking for engaging stories that mix humor with importa...

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 about mindfulness, self-discovery, and nature’s magic. Parents and educators will appreciate the positive m...

📖 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 sibling—the littlest whale—who is often left out and misunderstood. Inspired by true events, this emotio...

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 emotional wellbeing and social connection through charming characters and engaging narration. Ideal for earl...

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 clothes and the comforting rhythm of Grandpa’s laundry machines. Listeners will be transported to a small fa...

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 independent artistry and community connection. Videos will premiere August 7. Join me as I share this wa...

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 during the era of the Chinese Exclusion Act. Buttons is hand drawn in traditional two dimensional anim...

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 visibility. Surf Soup® Buttons  is based on my children’s book from the  Surf Soup® series , hand-dr...

🐢 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 inspiring true story of a young sea turtle’s epic journey across the Pacific Ocean. This heartfelt chil...

🎙️ "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 friends come to life! Get ready for a playful journey filled with joy, music, and deli...

🌊✨ 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 lessons, all brought to life through my Surf Soup world. To make it easier for YOU to explore, I’ve grouped...

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 the vibrant world that’s now filled with surfing unicorns, magical surfboards, and endless possibilitie...