Bluey's Brisbane The Gap Bonus - Anne Kerr & Bob Bilby Full Interview
Dec 20, 2020
Anne Kerr, a dedicated educator with over three decades at The Gap C&K Kindy, shares her journey with the beloved Bob Bilby, the creature behind Bluey’s adventures. She reveals how she discovered Bob in a box of puppets and his role in teaching kindness and emotional regulation to kids. Anne discusses her children’s books that promote Indigenous culture and how Bob even traveled abroad during sleepovers. Her insights on Bluey’s impact highlight its focus on family and play, reflecting the values she cherishes in her teaching.
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The Origin Of The Real Bob Bilby
- Anne Kerr found Bob Bilby in a container of puppets about 20 years ago and says he 'jumped out and come to life'.
- Bob quickly became beloved at the GAP C&K Kindy and aimed to be Australia's Easter Bilby.
Bob's Real Travel Adventures
- Bob Bilby went on real trips with children and educators, including a sleepover to Scotland with Mrs Dowie Bridges.
- Anne Kerr says he also later travelled to Abu Dhabi and Greece and collects stories for Kindy reading.
Bob As A Gentle Classroom Guide
- Anne Kerr explains Bob doesn't speak out loud but 'speaks into our ears' and teaches children kindness, sharing, and calming techniques.
- Kids take Bob seriously and sometimes counsel him to 'stay in the green zone' during emotional moments.