Kid-friendly recipes
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SEND IN THE SQUAD
Podsquad is a free play-based wellbeing app to help families make healthy happen!
Podsquad is a wellbeing app for children aged 5-12 years and their families. Kids learn about eating better, moving their bodies more, and the importance of sleep through bite-sized lessons, tailored to their wellbeing goals.
They’ll earn rewards for their online activities, but more importantly for completing offline, real-life quests.
LEARNING THROUGH PLAY
In the Podsquad app, kids explore the magical world of Imago where they discover its colourful and quirky creatures - the Epipods.
Trilino, Firebloom, and the other Epipods help kids learn about healthy habits and give them real-life quests to put their learnings into practice.
⭐Games, stories, puzzles, and quests make the learning experience fun.
⭐Kids earn in-app rewards for online activities, but more importantly, for completing offline, real-life quests.
⭐Gameplay is structured so that short bursts of online learning can lead to real-world activities and changes.
WHOLE OF FAMILY APPROACH
Parents can help their kids on their wellbeing journey
As kids learn through play, parents and carers can access resources to help them with role modelling healthy behaviours and creating a supportive environment at home.
⭐Set goals for each child to customise their learning experience, and you’ll also receive updates on their progress.
⭐ Listen to the Podsquad podcast series featuring childhood health experts sharing practical advice and tips for parents and carers.
⭐Discover clever ideas for trying new foods, fun activities for indoor and outdoor play, and tips to support a good night’s sleep.
Kids enjoy short bursts of gamified learning that can lead to real-life changes.
Frequently asked questions
We have worked hard to ensure Podsquad is secure and safe to use for all ages. Comprehensive security testing has been carried out and data capture has been kept to an absolute minimum, with parent contact details being the only information required to sign up.
Podsquad is a Health and Wellbeing Queensland initiative. Our mission is to create a healthier and fairer future for Queensland. Podsquad’s content and resources have been produced with clinicians and subject matter experts from cross industry health professionals.
Podsquad has been created so families can work through the different topics at their own pace. There is a huge amount to do and kids can keep coming back to improve their scores, collect all of the Epipods, and make sure their Podsquad is healthy, providing an ongoing learning experience.
The Podsquad program is deliberately designed to require only a short amount of screen time, with offline engagement and activity remaining the focus of the lifestyle changes.
Yes! Multiple profiles can be created within one account. Parents and carers are prompted to complete questions regarding each child’s health behaviour habits and can individualise goals according to the needs of each child.
Kids and families - eat, move, and sleep your way to better health!
Fun ideas to get your family moving
Being active is great for the whole family. Step away from the screens and get moving together for better physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
Healthy growth with healthy diets
Nutrition can often be difficult for experienced health professionals to “get right”. Use this podcast to learn how we can support the families we see to be healthier through food and nutrition, whilst keeping an eye on the clock!
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