Circle Square - Perfect Place (S1E23)
Wizard Ben is super excited to get his new rollerskates, but then worries about falling over, so Vanessa steps in to help.
| Runtime (min) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Air Date | 2021-10-27 |
| Genres | Kids, Animation |
| Network(s) | 5 |
Storyline
In this episode of Circle Square, Wizard Ben eagerly awaits the arrival of his brand-new rollerskates. When they finally arrive, his initial excitement quickly turns to anxiety as he realizes he doesn't know how to skate and worries about falling down and getting hurt. His fear of failure begins to overshadow the joy he felt about his new gift.
Vanessa notices Ben's hesitation and steps in to offer encouragement and support. She helps him understand that learning something new takes practice and that falling is a natural part of the process. Through her patient guidance and reassurance, Ben begins to build the confidence he needs to give rollerskating a try, learning that it's okay to be afraid of something new as long as you don't let that fear stop you from trying.
What kids learn
This episode teaches children that it's perfectly normal to feel nervous or scared when trying something new. Wizard Ben's initial excitement about his rollerskates is relatable to any child who has received a new toy or piece of equipment, and his subsequent worry about falling mirrors the anxiety many kids feel when facing unfamiliar challenges. The episode validates these feelings while showing that fear doesn't have to be a stopping point.
Children learn the importance of asking for help and accepting support from friends. Vanessa's role demonstrates how a good friend offers encouragement without judgment, helping others work through their worries. Young viewers see that having someone believe in you can make difficult tasks feel more manageable.
The episode also introduces the concept that mistakes and falls are part of learning. By addressing Ben's specific fear of falling, the story helps children understand that setbacks are temporary and that persistence leads to growth. This message encourages resilience and a growth mindset, showing that the path to mastering a new skill involves practice, patience, and the willingness to get back up when you stumble.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How can I help my child who is afraid to try new physical activities like Ben is with his rollerskates? | Start by validating your child's feelings and letting them know that being nervous is normal. Break the activity into smaller, less intimidating steps, and offer to stay close by for support. Emphasize that the goal is to have fun and learn, not to be perfect right away. Share your own experiences of learning something new and how practice helped you improve, just as Vanessa does for Ben in this episode. |
| What age is appropriate for children to start learning to rollerskate? | Most children can begin learning to rollerskate around age four or five, when they have developed sufficient balance and coordination. However, every child develops at their own pace. Look for signs of interest and physical readiness rather than focusing solely on age. Always ensure proper safety equipment including helmets, knee pads, and elbow pads, and start in a safe, controlled environment where falls won't result in serious injury. |
| How does Vanessa help Ben overcome his fear in this episode? | Vanessa provides emotional support and encouragement, helping Ben understand that falling is a normal part of learning to skate. She doesn't dismiss his fears or push him before he's ready, but instead offers reassurance and guidance that helps him build confidence. Her approach models how friends and family can support children through challenges by being patient, understanding, and believing in their ability to succeed with practice. |
| What should I do if my child gets discouraged after falling or failing at something new? | Acknowledge their frustration while gently reminding them that everyone falls or makes mistakes when learning. Help them focus on what they did accomplish rather than only what went wrong. Encourage them to take a break if needed, then try again when they feel ready. Celebrate small progress and effort rather than just results, reinforcing that persistence and practice are what lead to improvement over time. |
| Does this episode show Ben actually learning to skate successfully? | The episode focuses primarily on Ben's emotional journey from excitement to fear and then toward building confidence with Vanessa's help. The seven-minute runtime centers on addressing his anxiety and the importance of having supportive friends. The key message is about overcoming the fear of trying rather than achieving immediate mastery, which is an age-appropriate lesson for the show's young audience about facing new challenges. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Duster the dog's pyjamas are accidentally destroyed by Vanessa. It's a race against the sunset to find some that match up to Duster's high expectations. |
| 1 | 2 | Tuft Owl wants to make a portrait of her father. Vanessa enlists the help of the wizards, Isabella the bear and Grindle to make paintings, photos and sculptures. |
| 1 | 3 | Caylee can't find her toy armadillo in the Ruffles' house. Vanessa enlists the help of some super-cleaners for help find the toy. |
| 1 | 4 | Shy yeti Grindle is trying to get to sleep, but some of his neighbours are making a lot of noise, so Vanessa the dragon tries to help him find the courage to speak up. |
| 1 | 5 | Wizard Gwen wants to top up her pocket money for a special purchase, so she runs a bric-a-brac sale with her brother Ben. |
| 1 | 6 | When the neighbours are enjoying a boat trip, the fog moves in. Vanessa the dragon rushes back to switch on her lighthouse but it fails to shine. |
| 1 | 7 | Keys has promised a new song to Radio Wyndley, but hasn't left herself much time to write it. She's low on ideas so visits her neighbours for inspiration. |
| 1 | 8 | Vanessa the dragon is looking forward to some personal time to fix up the lighthouse, but her neighbours are also in need of her assistance. |
| 1 | 9 | Douglas Pine is under pressure to win the sunflower growing contest, but he hasn't been listening to his grandfather's top growing hints. He looks for a handy shortcut to success. |
| 1 | 10 | Isabella the bear wants to find an exercise that suits her. She heads off with Vanessa to find inspiration with their neighbours. |
| 1 | 11 | Duster the dog's kennel is taken for repairs and he's left with a bland replacement. Vanessa appeals to their neighbours to find ways to make his new abode more homely. |
| 1 | 12 | It's Bestest Book Day but book lover Grindle the yeti isn't coming to the big event for some reason. Vanessa and the kids go to investigate and find book day outfit inspiration. |
| 1 | 13 | Tommy the drum and Keys the keyboard disagree on the ending of a song and break up their band. Tommy goes solo while Keys looks for a new bandmate around the island. |
| 1 | 14 | Wizarding architect Dilys is designing a new magical tower, but also writing a scroll to granny, cooking buns, magically watering houseplants and now she's got hiccups too. |
| 1 | 15 | Caylee wants to organise a surprise birthday for yeti Grindle. With Vanessa and Ma Ruffle's help she organises a big, bold, brash birthday celebration just the way she likes it. |
| 1 | 16 | Isabella the bear and Vanessa discover an old treasure map left by Isabella s adventuring mother. They follow the clues around the island, picking up helpers along the way. |
| 1 | 17 | Dustin finds a teddy bear, Mr Hugglesworth, and claims it as his own, not knowing that it actually belongs to one of his neighbours. |
| 1 | 18 | Gwen s mum Kira Kazam takes Gwen and Ben on a camping trip, but Kira s expert wizarding skills threaten to ruin the experience for the kids. |
| 1 | 19 | Tommy decides he needs a new look, but he s soon trying on a new personality along with a new outfit. |
| 1 | 20 | Daddy Dillydally may be a wizard of a cook, but he doesn t eat enough veggies! Vanessa takes him on a culinary tour of the island to discover just how tasty veggies can be. |
| 1 | 21 | Nelson Pine shows his neighbours around a long forgotten part of the greenhouse. But when he loses his way, he's too proud to accept their help. |
| 1 | 22 | Snowdon Owl is anxious about the family trip to Funfair Island. He's not a fan of the big rides, but doesn't want to admit either. |
| 1 | 23 | Wizard Ben is super excited to get his new rollerskates, but then worries about falling over, so Vanessa steps in to help. |
| 1 | 24 | Ma Ruffle has an audition for a role with a famous director! Her friends help her to practice for the audition. |
| 1 | 25 | Teacher Pa Ruffle has forgotten to book the school trip to Dinosaur Island! But perhaps there's more prehistory right here on their own Island than he realised. |
| 1 | 26 | Duster the dog's cousin Barrel comes to visit the island. But he finds Duster's neighbours a real bother and persuades a reluctant Duster to lead a more solitary life. |
| 1 | 27 | Alba Owl feels overwhelmed by the climate emergency. Vanessa and little Tuft Owl accompany her on a visit to their neighbours to see what local changes can make a difference. |
| 1 | 28 | Tuft Owl and Vanessa have a spooky mystery to solve on the island! A Spooky Cheese may be haunting the neighbours. |
| 1 | 29 | Baljit the lion comes to celebrate Diwali with his friends on Circle Square Island. |
| 1 | 30 | Snowdon Owl is worried his police detective skills are rusty. But then Duster the dog's pizza goes missing, so Snowdon and his assistant, Vanessa the dragon, try to find it. |
| 1 | 31 | When everyone else embarks on a big holiday, Grindle opts to instead stay behind on the island. |
| 1 | 32 | Isabella the bear, adventurer, and author, is supposed to be running a creative writing workshop for the children. However, she's run out of ideas. |
| 1 | 33 | Duster wants to sing with the island choir, but he doesn't have the patience to practice. |
| 1 | 34 | Vanessa loses a suitcase in the sea so goes on an underwater search with Grindle. |
| 1 | 35 | Douglas Pine wants to win a race at the wizards' magic sports day, but he won't listen to any advice. |
| 1 | 36 | Tommy the drum is babysitting Caylee Ruffle, but calming people down isn't his speciality! |
| 1 | 37 | Dub comes to visit the island. She has something important to tell Keys, but wants to find the best way to say it. |
| 1 | 38 | Vanessa is doing a sponsored silence, but really needs to tell her friends something important. |
| 1 | 39 | Gwen Dillydally uses magic to run the island's shop, but soon the products are all magically floating away! |
| 1 | 40 | Nelson Pine feels bah-humbug about Christmas, especially because he's a Christmas tree and people expect him to dress up in baubles and tinsel. |
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