Circle Square - Circle Square Bric-a-brac (S1E5)
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.
| Runtime (min) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Air Date | 2021-07-23 |
| Genres | Kids, Animation |
| Network(s) | 5 |
Storyline
In this episode, Wizard Gwen discovers she needs extra pocket money to buy something special she has her eye on. Rather than simply asking for an advance, she decides to take a proactive approach by organizing a bric-a-brac sale. Her brother Ben joins in the venture, and together they sort through their belongings to find items they can sell to their neighbors and friends.
The siblings work together to set up their sale, pricing items and learning how to present their goods to potential buyers. As customers browse their collection of odds and ends, Gwen and Ben navigate the challenges of running their own small business, from negotiating prices to making change. The episode follows their entrepreneurial journey as they work toward Gwen's savings goal, discovering along the way that earning money requires effort, planning, and cooperation.
What kids learn
Children watching this episode learn valuable lessons about financial responsibility and the concept of earning money through their own efforts. Rather than simply receiving what she wants, Gwen demonstrates initiative and problem-solving by creating her own opportunity to earn pocket money. This models for young viewers that they have agency in achieving their goals and that creative thinking can help them get what they need.
The episode also teaches practical lessons about entrepreneurship and basic commerce. Children see how a sale works from the seller's perspective, including how to price items, organize merchandise, and interact with customers. These are foundational concepts that help demystify how buying and selling works in the real world.
Additionally, the sibling collaboration between Gwen and Ben reinforces the value of teamwork and shared effort. Children learn that working together can make tasks easier and more enjoyable, and that family members can support each other's goals while also benefiting themselves.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is this episode appropriate for teaching my young child about money? | Yes, this episode introduces money concepts in an age-appropriate, hands-on way. Gwen's bric-a-brac sale demonstrates earning, saving, and working toward a goal without overwhelming younger viewers with complex financial ideas. The seven-minute runtime keeps the lesson focused and digestible, making it suitable for preschool and early elementary-aged children who are just beginning to understand that money is earned and that items have value. |
| Does the episode show what Gwen wants to buy with her earnings? | The episode establishes that Gwen has a special purchase in mind and needs to top up her pocket money to afford it. The focus remains on the process of organizing and running the sale rather than on the specific item she wants. This keeps the emphasis on the entrepreneurial effort and the satisfaction of earning money through work, rather than on material acquisition or consumer desire. |
| How do Gwen and Ben work together in this episode? | The siblings collaborate throughout the bric-a-brac sale, with Ben joining Gwen's venture as a partner. They work together to gather items, set up the sale, and interact with customers. The episode portrays their partnership positively, showing how siblings can support each other's goals while also participating in a shared activity. This models cooperative play and mutual assistance rather than competition or conflict between brother and sister. |
| Will this episode encourage my child to sell their toys? | The episode might inspire children to think about organizing their own sales, which can be a positive learning experience with parental guidance. If your child expresses interest, you can use it as an opportunity to teach them about decluttering, valuing possessions, and making thoughtful decisions about what to keep or sell. Supervising any actual sale ensures they don't part with items they'll later regret losing. |
| Are there any scary or inappropriate elements for young children? | No, this episode contains no frightening, violent, or inappropriate content. The story centers entirely on the wholesome activity of running a neighborhood sale. The gentle, educational tone is consistent with the show's format for young viewers. The magical element of Gwen being a wizard is presented in a lighthearted, fantasy context that adds charm without introducing anything unsettling or confusing for preschool and early elementary audiences. |
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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