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Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Friendship Advice for Kids (K-8)

Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Friendship Advice for Kids (K-8)

Eileen Kennedy-Moore, PhD, author, psychologist, focusing on children's feelings, children's friendships, parenting, mental health. 162 Episodes Aug 22, 2026

Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic is a weekly 5-minute podcast for children in grades K-8 about making and keeping friends. Each episode features an audio recording of a friendship question from a kid, followed by a practical and thought-provoking answer from Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore, a clinical psychologist and author. The podcast aims to help children navigate social challenges and build healthy friendships. Transcripts and discussion questions are available on the podcast's website.

Episodes

Losing her best friend! (Ellie, Age 10) | 159
Losing her best friend! (Ellie, Age 10) | 159 Aug 22, 2026 382 Ep. 159- Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: What to do when a friendship is fading | Friendship advice for kidsFREE guide for parents: 12 ways to help your child make friendshttps://drfriendtastic.com/gift/Parents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.Would YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https://DrFriendtastic.com/
A false story about him! (Erik, Age 7) | 158
A false story about him! (Erik, Age 7) | 158 Aug 15, 2026 434 Ep. 158- Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Truth, falsehood, and different perspectives | Friendship advice for kidsFREE guide for parents: 12 ways to help your child make friendshttps://drfriendtastic.com/gift/Parents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.Would YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https://DrFriendtasti
Will she lose her friends in a different classroom? (Lily, Age 11) | 157
Will she lose her friends in a different classroom? (Lily, Age 11) | 157 Aug 8, 2026 355 Ep. 157- Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Staying connected when you're not together | Friendship advice for kidsFREE guide for parents: 12 ways to help your child make friendshttps://drfriendtastic.com/gift/Parents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.Would YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https://DrFriendtastic.
Friend’s new friend doesn’t like him (Ian, Age 11) | 156
Friend’s new friend doesn’t like him (Ian, Age 11) | 156 Aug 1, 2026 464 Ep. 156- Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Having another friend isn't a betrayal | Friendship advice for kidsFREE guide for parents: 12 ways to help your child make friendshttps://drfriendtastic.com/gift/Parents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.Would YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https://DrFriendtastic.com/
Friend is jealous and possessive (Miranda, Age 8) | 155
Friend is jealous and possessive (Miranda, Age 8) | 155 Jul 25, 2026 386 Ep. 155 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Finding a balance between caring and freedom | Friendship advice for kidsFREE guide for parents: 12 ways to help your child make friendshttps://drfriendtastic.com/gift/Parents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.Would YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https://DrFriendtast
Friends say she’s bossy, but they’re bossy (Lola, Age 8) | 154
Friends say she’s bossy, but they’re bossy (Lola, Age 8) | 154 Jul 18, 2026 453 Ep. 154 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Listen to be heard | Friendship advice for kidsFREE guide for parents: 12 ways to help your child make friendshttps://drfriendtastic.com/gift/Parents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.Would YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https://DrFriendtastic.com/submit (Obviously,
Not invited to the sleepover! (Jim, Age 12) | Ep. 153
Not invited to the sleepover! (Jim, Age 12) | Ep. 153 Jul 11, 2026 506 Ep. 153 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Don't give up a good friendship because it's not perfect | Friendship advice for kidsFREE guide for parents: 12 ways to help your child make friendshttps://drfriendtastic.com/gift/Parents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.Would YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https://
How to be a good friend | re-release Ep. 42
How to be a good friend | re-release Ep. 42 Jul 4, 2026 394 Re-release Ep. 42 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: 4 Areas of Friendship | Friendship advice for kidsFREE guide for parents: 12 ways to help your child make friendshttps://drfriendtastic.com/gift/Parents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.Would YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https://DrFriendtastic.com/submit
How to reconnect with old friends (Georgia, Age 10) | 152
How to reconnect with old friends (Georgia, Age 10) | 152 Jun 27, 2026 443 Ep. 152 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Why reaching out to former friends is scary and also kind | Friendship advice for kidsFREE guide for parents: 12 ways to help your child make friendshttps://drfriendtastic.com/gift/Parents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.Would YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https:/
Why is it so hard to say “I’m sorry”? (Minta, Age almost 10) | 151
Why is it so hard to say “I’m sorry”? (Minta, Age almost 10) | 151 Jun 20, 2026 352 Ep. 151 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: An apology is an expression of caring | Friendship advice for kidsFREE guide for parents: 12 ways to help your child make friendshttps://drfriendtastic.com/gift/Parents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.Would YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https://DrFriendtastic.com/
Celebrating 150 episodes!!!
Celebrating 150 episodes!!! Jun 13, 2026 465 Ep. 150 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Friendship Puzzlers about conflict | Friendship advice for kidsFREE guide for parents: 12 ways to help your child make friendshttps://drfriendtastic.com/gift/Parents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.Would YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https://DrFriendtastic.com/sub
Friends aren’t listening to her! (Bella, Age 10) | Ep. 149
Friends aren’t listening to her! (Bella, Age 10) | Ep. 149 Jun 6, 2026 433 Ep. 149 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: How to make yourself heard | Friendship advice for kidsFREE guide for parents: 12 ways to help your child make friendshttps://drfriendtastic.com/gift/Parents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.Would YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https://DrFriendtastic.com/submit (Obv

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