Donna Kay Lau

Surf Soup TV

Kids EN ↓ 148 episodes

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.

Author

Donna Kay Lau

Category

Kids

Podcast website

surfsoup.tv

Latest episode

Jun 26, 2026

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Episodes

The Enduring Significance of Writing for Children on International Literacy Day 08.09.2023

Title: Celebrating International Literacy Day with Surf Soup International Literacy Day, observed since 1967, reminds us of the importance of literacy as a fundamental human right. As we celebrate this day, I want to share why I write for children and how you can join our Surf Soup mission to promote literacy. Promote the Surf Soup Book Series for Kids Consider purchasing Surf Soup books for young...

'Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair-No Haircuts! Ocean Mane-ia: Hairlarious Odyssey Book 11 Volume 8 03.09.2023

Hello Surf Soup Enthusiasts! It’s Auntie Donna from Surf Soup TV I just sent out The Surf Soup Scoop Newsletter packed with the latest Surf Soup announcements!  and here is another book trailer for the Surf Soup series! Prepare to embark on an unforgettable oceanic journey with Koa and his extraordinary hair in 'Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair-No Haircuts! Ocean Mane-ia: Hairlarious Odyssey...

Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair No Haircuts! The Botanical Garden" – Book Trailer 14.08.2023

Get ready for an amazing adventure, kids, as we dive into the pages of "Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair No Haircuts! The Botanical Garden" – Book 11, Volume 7. This story is all about magic, nature, and friendship, and it's going to take you on a journey you won't forget! Meet Koa, a young explorer with a super special hair that turns him into a living garden! His hair sprouts...

Surf Soup TV & The Magical Hair No Haircuts! The Volcano Book 11 Vol 6-Book Trailer 01.08.2023

Hello kids, welcome back to Surf Soup TV! It’s Auntie Donna, and I'm thrilled to share an exciting description of the latest book in the Surf Soup book series – "Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair No Haircuts! The Volcano" – Book 11, Volume 6. Get ready to join Koa and his friends on their most daring adventure yet! Surf Soup Beach, their beloved paradise, is in peril, and it's up...

Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair-No Haircuts - The Surf Contest and Beach Clean Up" - Book 11, Volume 5 Book Trailer 25.07.2023

Welcome to Surf Soup TV for Kids! Get ready for a thrilling surf adventure like no other with "Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair-No Haircuts - The Surf Contest and Beach Clean Up" - Book 11, Volume 5! The excitement is palpable as Surf Soup Beach hosts the annual surf contest. Surfers from all over have gathered to showcase their skills and compete for the coveted title. Amidst the buzz,...

Making Surf Soup: A Chinese American Story of Donna Kay Lau TV Animator, Author and Illustrator 24.07.2023

🎉 Exciting News! 📚🌟 I am absolutely thrilled to announce that my Kindle Vella story, "Making Surf Soup: A Chinese American Story of Donna Kay Lau," has been selected to appear on the home page of Kindle Vella on Amazon! 🎉✨ Kindle Vella is Amazon's wonderful new platform that allows readers to enjoy serialized stories in an engaging and interactive way. It's a captivating way...

Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair: No Haircuts! The Hairy Chase Book 11 Volume 4 -Book Trailer 06.07.2023

"Surf Soup and the Magical Hair: An Adventure of Friendship, Ocean Conservation, and Enchanting Hair" is a captivating children's book that takes readers on a whimsical journey alongside Koa and his extraordinary magical hair. In this heartwarming tale, Koa and his best friend, Jelly, face the challenges of schoolyard bullies who target Jelly's missing patch of hair. With a misch...

Exciting News: The Hardcopy of "Create Cartoons and Animate with Surf Soup TV" is Here! 04.07.2023

Exciting News: The Hardcopy of "Create Cartoons and Animate with Surf Soup TV" is Here! Hello, fellow creators, teachers, and parents! I am thrilled to announce the much-anticipated release of the hardcopy version of "Create Cartoons and Animate with Surf Soup TV: Teacher and Parent Animation Lesson Guide." This comprehensive guidebook is your ticket to an immersive journey int...

Surf Soup Tv and the Magical Hair-No Haircuts! The Tangled Adventure," Book 11, Volume 3 Book Trailer 18.06.2023

Hi, kids, surfers and adventure seekers! Get ready to be blown away by the most thrilling and hair-raising tale yet! I'm Auntie Donna, your host from Surf Soup TV, and I'm here in my vibrant art studio, immersed in the creation of my latest masterpiece: "Surf Soup Tv and the Magical Hair-No Haircuts! The Tangled Adventure," Book 11, Volume 3! Imagine a world where hair holds incr...

"Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair: No Haircuts! The Whisker Whirlwind Book 11 Volume 2," -Now Available from Surf Soup Series 17.06.2023

🌊📚 Exciting News! 📚🌊 I am thrilled to announce that the long-awaited Book 11 Volume 2 of the Surf Soup series is now available! Introducing "Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair: No Haircuts! The Whisker Whirlwind" 🌟✨ Dive into a world of enchantment and adventure as Koa and his friends embark on their latest escapade. 🌈🏄‍♂️🦁✨ In this captivating volume, Koa's magical hair tak...

Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair-No Haircuts! The Whisker Whirlwind_Book Trailer 05.06.2023

Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair-No Haircuts: The Whisker Whirlwind" Book 11 Volume 2 Embark on a captivating adventure in the enchanting world of Surf Soup, where imagination knows no bounds. Join Koa, a young boy with magical hair, as he faces a surprising transformation—his hair turns into magnificent whiskers! With his friends EggOh and Ham by his side, Koa embraces his feline appearance...

Surf Soup TV-Silly Goofy Surfing Jokes 02.06.2023

"Get ready to ride a wave of laughter with Surf Soup TV! Join our hilarious crew as they hit the beach with a collection of silly and goofy surfing jokes that will leave you in stitches. From gnarly wipeouts to outrageous board tricks, these surfers know how to keep the laughs rolling as they ride the waves of comedy. In this side-splitting episode, you'll meet a colorful cast of characte...

About Creator, Animator, Author, Illustrator…your Podcast Host-Donna Kay Lau IMDb Pro Update 26.05.2023

About Creator, Animator, Author, Illustrator…your Podcast Host-Donna Kay Lau IMDb Pro Update I just updated my IMDb Pro Page https://www.imdb.me/DonnakayLau Check it out and my credits! With so much happening all at once Sign up for my email list on https://Surfsoup.tv (I will never share your email and I only send an email about huge launches and news) Join the fun and the freebies and of course...

Create Cartoons and Animate with Surf Soup TV: Teacher and Parent Animation Lesson Guide  12.05.2023

Hello, teachers and students! Are you interested in learning the exciting world of animation? Look no further than our "Create Cartoons and Animate with Surf Soup TV" teacher and parent lesson guide. With over 75+ lesson plans, our guide offers a fun and engaging way to learn the art of animation. But that's not all! As an added bonus, completed cartoons created by your students coul...

Introducing -The- Surf Soup Book Series to the 🌎 WORLD! 09.05.2023

Introducing the surf soup book series to the world, available at favorite book store worldwide Let your child’s imagination run wild with the enchanting world of Surf Soup, a beloved book series and cartoon show that inspires and educates children in a magical world of creativity, exploration, and learning. With Surf Soup, children can follow along on thrilling adventures around the island with Ko...

Surf Soup TV Question & Answers with Creator of Surf Soup-Author, Illustrator, and Animator Donna Kay Lau (Auntie Donna) 12.04.2023

Can you tell us a bit about your Surf Soup Book series and what inspired you to write it? Have you ever been surfing and seen trash in the ocean? It's a heartbreaking sight - it makes you feel like it's impossible to make a difference. But that's where Surf Soup comes in. When I saw all that debris floating around, the idea of a big bowl of soup popped into my head. It was like we were...

Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair-No Haircuts! by Donna Kay Lau The Surf Soup Book Series- Just Funded Kickstarter! 02.04.2023

I am excited to announce that I have successfully funded my  Kickstarter campaign for the latest addition to the Surf Soup book series, "Surf Soup and the Magical Hair-No Haircuts!" This imaginative tale by award-winning Emmy honored TV animator, author, and illustrator Donna Kay Lau is the perfect way to celebrate International Children's Book Day. The story follows Koa, a young boy...

Uni the Unicorn-Being Different-Recycle, Reuse, Repurpose and Love Each Other Surf Soup TV Character Test 19.03.2023

Uni the Unicorn-Being Different-Recycle, Reuse, Repurpose and Love Each Other Surf Soup TV Character Test Uni the Unicorn: "Hey kids, I want to talk to you about something. You know how I have this horn on my nose and how the other horses make fun of me for it? Well, I want you to know that it's okay to be different. In fact, it's great to be unique! We all have something special that...

Create Cartoons and Animate with Surf Soup TV…Kid’s Animation Guide Book Teailer 17.03.2023

Introducing "Create Cartoons and Animate with Surf Soup TV" - the latest addition to the Surf Soup book series and Animation companion guide to the Surf Soup TV Cartoon Show. Koa and his friends on their tropical island go on a new adventure to create their own cartoon show, Surf Soup TV, with the help of Auntie Donna, a cartoonist, animator, and children's book author and illustrator. Along the w...

Surf Soup TV and the Magical Hair-No Haircuts! 04.03.2023

Welcome Back to Surf Soup TV for Kids This is Auntie Donna I am happy to announce I started my book series Surf Soup and I have 11 episodes. Here is the eleventh Surf Soup book trailer for you! Welcome to my cartoon studio… Introducing “Surf Soup and the Magical Hair-No Haircuts!” - the latest addition to the Surf Soup book series by award-winning Emmy honored TV animator, author, and illustrator...

Surf Soup TV Activity Journal and Sketchbook Series 26.02.2023

"Welcome to the Surf Soup Cartoon Studio! I'm Auntie Donna, and I'm excited to share with you our latest creations. We've just completed six activity books that are perfect for journaling, sketching, and exploring your creativity." "First up, we have our two Sketchbooks for Animation, Cartoons, and Creativity. These sketchbooks are filled with blank pages and prompts to help you practice your draw...

Cat (Character Study) for Surf Soup TV Cartoon Show (Bonus)-Sneak Peek-Meow meow meow! 12.01.2023

It’s Auntie Donna here in the Surf Soup Art studio. I am over the moon with joy and delight. I am working on “Surf Soup TV”- Cartoon and TV show. Trying to figure out some things, I am sharing along the way. Here is “cat” (character study). I hope you enjoy watching my process making the Surf Soup TV Cartoon Show. I am playing with these character to solve some very important ProDUCKtion solutions...

Avo the avocado (Character Study) for Surf Soup TV Cartoon Show (Bonus)-Sneak Tra la la la la…avocado! 12.01.2023

It’s Auntie Donna here in the Surf Soup Art studio. I am over the moon with joy and delight. I am working on “Surf Soup TV”- Cartoon and TV show. Trying to figure out some things, I am sharing along the way. Here is “Avo” the avocado (character study). I hope you enjoy watching my process making the Surf Soup TV Cartoon Show. I am playing with these character to solve some very important ProDUCKti...

Puff the Pufferfish (Character Study) for Surf Soup TV Cartoon Show (Bonus)-Sneak Peek-Bloop Bloop Bloop 11.01.2023

Welcome Back to Surf Soup TV for Kids This is Auntie Donna and I am working in my studio on my book/episode. It’s called “Holo Holo the Flying Surf Van-Let’s Use S.T.E.A.M. Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. I just finished Let’s Go Go Travel-Journal Draw and Play with Surf Soup. I am happy to announce that there are 10 books and the Travel Journal in the Surf Soup series. Bloop bloo...

Let’s Go Go Travel-Journal Draw Play With Surf Soup 08.01.2023

Welcome Back to Surf Soup TV for Kids This is Auntie Donna I am happy to announce I started my book series Surf Soup and I have 10 episodes. Here is an additional activity book and Journal to compliment my new book and episode Holo Holo the flying surf van. Welcome to my cartoon studio… The Journal and activity book is:  Let’s Go Go Travel-Journal Draw Play with Surf Soup The award-winning Em...

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