Colourblocks - Choosing Colours (S1E28)
Red and Blue choose colours for their playhouses. Learn about making colour choices with the Colourblocks.
| Runtime (min) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Air Date | 2023-02-06 |
| Genres | Kids, Animation |
| TV Rating | TV-Y |
| Network(s) | CBeebies |
Storyline
In this episode, Red and Blue each decide to build and decorate their own playhouses. The two Colourblocks approach the task with different strategies and preferences, exploring what it means to make personal colour choices. Red selects bold, warm tones for their playhouse, while Blue opts for cooler, calming shades, demonstrating how individual taste shapes the spaces we create.
As the episode unfolds, Red and Blue discover that choosing colours is both a creative decision and a form of self-expression. The playhouses reflect each character's personality and preferences, reinforcing the idea that there are no wrong answers when it comes to personal design. The episode gently introduces young viewers to the concept of aesthetic choice, encouraging them to think about their own favourite colours and how those preferences make them feel.
What kids learn
Children learn that making colour choices is a personal and creative process. By watching Red and Blue select different palettes for their playhouses, young viewers see that preferences vary from person to person and that individual taste is something to be celebrated. The episode validates children's own colour preferences, helping them understand that their choices are meaningful expressions of who they are.
The episode also introduces the idea that colours can reflect mood and personality. Red's warm tones and Blue's cooler shades demonstrate how different colours evoke different feelings, giving children a foundational understanding of colour psychology in an age-appropriate way. This helps preschoolers begin to articulate why they might prefer certain colours over others.
Additionally, the episode fosters decision-making skills and confidence. Red and Blue each make independent choices about their playhouses without needing approval or validation from others, modeling autonomy and self-assurance. Children learn that it's okay to have different opinions and that making choices based on personal preference is an important part of growing up.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What colours do Red and Blue choose for their playhouses? | Red selects warm, bold tones that align with their vibrant personality, while Blue chooses cooler, calming shades that reflect their own character. The episode uses these contrasting choices to show preschoolers that different people are naturally drawn to different colours, and that both approaches are equally valid and beautiful. |
| Does the episode teach my child that some colour choices are better than others? | No, the episode explicitly avoids ranking or judging colour preferences. Red and Blue each create playhouses that suit their individual tastes, and neither character's choice is presented as superior. The message is that personal preference matters most, helping children feel confident in their own aesthetic decisions without seeking external validation. |
| Will this episode help my child learn to make decisions independently? | Yes, the episode models independent decision-making in a low-stakes, creative context. Red and Blue each choose colours without needing approval from others, demonstrating that it's okay to trust your own preferences. This can help preschoolers build confidence in making small choices in their own lives, from selecting clothes to picking art supplies. |
| Is there any conflict between Red and Blue over their different choices? | The episode does not center on conflict. Red and Blue respect each other's choices and celebrate their differences rather than competing or arguing. This approach teaches children that people can have different preferences and still get along, reinforcing positive social skills like acceptance and appreciation of diversity. |
| What age group will benefit most from this episode's lessons? | Preschoolers aged three to five will benefit most, as this is when children begin to develop strong colour preferences and start making independent choices about their environment. The episode's simple premise and clear visual contrasts make the concepts accessible to young viewers while supporting emerging autonomy and self-expression. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | An excitable Red arrives in Colourland. Learn about the colour red with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 2 | Cool Blue arrives in Colourland. Learn about the colour blue with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 3 | Yellow is happy to bring his colour to Colourland. Learn about the colour yellow with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 4 | Red is surprised to discover that she's not the only colour in the world when she meets Blue. Join the Colourblocks to learn which objects can be red and which can be blue, and how some can be both red and blue. |
| 1 | 5 | Red and Blue meet Yellow and have fun colouring the seaside. Discover the colours around you with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 6 | Green arrives, bringing her natural colour to Colourland. Learn about the colour green. |
| 1 | 7 | Blue and Yellow meet a new friend - Green. Discover what happens when you mix blue and yellow with the Colourblocks |
| 1 | 8 | The Colourblocks meet a new animal - but what colour is it? Learn about a creature that can change colour with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 9 | The Colourblocks discover that it can be fun to colour things wrong. Learn about choosing colours. |
| 1 | 10 | Energetic Orange arrives in Colourland. Learn about the colour orange. |
| 1 | 11 | Red and Yellow meet new arrival Orange. Discover what happens when you mix red and yellow with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 12 | Imaginative Purple arrives in Colourland. Learn about the colour purple with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 13 | Red and Blue compete to colour a castle and meet new arrival Purple. Discover what happens when you mix red and blue with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 14 | The Colourblocks decorate Purple's garden and learn about patterns. Discover how to make your own patterns with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 15 | The Colourblocks attempt to solve a rainbow puzzle with the help of new friends Indigo and Violet. Learn about the seven colours of the rainbow with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 16 | Purple stages a version of Little Red Riding Hood, but can the other Colourblocks stick to the story? Learn about colour mixing with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 17 | The Colourblocks enjoy a dance, but which colours make the best partners? Learn about similar and complementary colours with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 18 | Black and White arrive in Colourland. Learn about two colours that are very different from the other Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 19 | Green is surprised when Black and White arrive in her forest. Learn about light and dark colours with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 20 | Green stages a magic show to introduce her new friends Black and White. Learn the difference between light, bright and dark colours with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 21 | Fun Pink arrives in Colourland. Learn about the colour pink with the Colourblocks! |
| 1 | 22 | Colour explorer Brown arrives in Colourland. Learn about the colour brown with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 23 | Brown takes the Colourblocks exploring in the forest. Learn different ways to mix brown with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 24 | Meet the Printing Crew - Yellow, Cyan, and Magenta. Learn how together they can mix lots of colours in the Printing Zone. |
| 1 | 25 | Black and White colour a city with new the help of new friend Grey. Learn to mix different shades of grey with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 26 | Black joins the Printing Crew. Learn how yellow, cyan, magenta and black work together in printing with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 27 | Red and Yellow sort different coloured objects onboard the Sorting Express. Learn to spot the difference between colours and shades with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 28 | Red and Blue choose colours for their playhouses. Learn about making colour choices with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 29 | The Colourblocks discover a series of colour wheels. But where should they sit on them? Learn which colours go next to each other with the Colourblocks. |
| 1 | 30 | All the Colourblocks come together for a big song. Learn different colours and colour mixes with the Colourblocks. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | Welcome to Purple’s mixing factory, where he mixes two colours to create a new colour. In this musical episode, the Colourblocks learn that mixing red and yellow makes orange, whilst adding black and white helps to make darker and lighter colours. When the Printing Crew arrive, we learn how they work together to mix their colours and create new ones. |
| 2 | 2 | It's lunchtime in Colourland! Red invites her friends for lunch, where they try each other’s favourite foods. |
| 2 | 3 | Purple is the host of a fun game show called Name That Colour, with Pink and Brown playing along as contestants. |
| 2 | 4 | Sing along with Orange as she helps Indigo and Violet to colour a rainbow. |
| 2 | 5 | The Printing Crew come to the rescue and print signs for their friends Red, Blue and Green. |
| 2 | 6 | Blue meets Deep Blue and Sky Blue and learns all about their favourite things. They embark on an adventure in a submarine to the depths of the deep blue sea and take a trip up in a plane to discover all about sky blue items |
| 2 | 7 | Red and Yellow try to make a bright orange colour like their good friend Orange. |
| 2 | 8 | Purple wants to decorate his mural with different purples and invites Red and Blue to help him. |
| 2 | 9 | Meet Lime! She’s in between Yellow and Green, fresh and full of zing! In this musical episode, Lime sings her heart out with her beloved electric guitar, loving the limelight. |
| 2 | 10 | It’s the return of the Sorting Express, and Lime’s friends use it to help sort colours for her concert. |
| 2 | 11 | Red, Yellow and Blue colour in various doors leading to unexpected places. |
| 2 | 12 | Red is sad about being inside on a grey day but soon learns that being inside can be just as fun. |
| 2 | 13 | Red is on a colour tour with her friends, showing them the sights of where she did her very first colouring. |
| 2 | 14 | The Colourblocks travel through Colourland on an airship, picking up new and old friends along the way. In this inspiring musical episode, they reminisce about all of the amazing things they've learnt on their colour journey. |
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