Delia Dolphin

Delia Dolphin lives at the Crystal Pool in Mini Magical Minds World. Her important job on the blue layer of the triangle is to help us express ourselves, ask for help and speak kindly to ourselves and others.

Delia invites us to remember:

“My 'voice' matters. I can share it in a way that works for me.”

Our voice can be spoken words, signs, pictures, writing, gestures or a communication device. We all deserve to be heard.

Explore Your Voice with Delia 

Choose a settled moment to practise together. You could use toys, draw a picture or take turns pretending to ask for something.

︎ “I feel…”

“I feel disappointed. I wanted another turn.”

︎ “I need…”

“I need a little more space.”

︎ “Please help me…”

“Please help me get started.”

︎ “No” or “Stop.”

“Stop. I don’t like that.”

Your child can try a phrase, point to a picture or show you another way.

You can be kind and clear. If someone is hurting you or ignoring your boundary, you can use a firm or loud voice and get help.

The Way We Speak to Ourselves

Sometimes our inside words can be harsh:

“I’m so stupid. I got it wrong.”

Delia helps us try words that are kinder and still honest:

“I got something wrong. I can ask for help.”

You could wonder together:

“What would you say to a friend who felt like this?”

Become Delia with our action rhyme.

 

Colour and Connect with Delia 

Enjoy colouring Delia together.

If your child would like to, invite them to draw or tell you:

“Who could Delia ask for help?”

“What would you like someone to understand about you?”

They can also simply enjoy colouring.

Download Delia’s Colouring Page

Helpful Language at Home and School 

- “I’m listening. Take your time.”

- “You can tell me, show me or point.”

- “You don’t need the perfect words.”

- “You can say no.”

- “Thank you for telling me.”

- “Shall I help you explain?”

- “Your needs matter too.”

Ask your child’s teacher which phrases and communication supports they use, so familiar options are available at home.

 

Notice and respond to communication in all its forms. If words are difficult to access, offer simple choices, pictures or time alongside you.

Avoid insisting on “Use your words”, “Say it properly” or eye contact before offering help. You can support your child’s immediate need and practise language later.

Model clear, respectful communication yourself:

“I’m feeling frustrated. I need a moment, and then I will help you.”

When words have hurt someone, return to the moment together when your child is ready. Help them understand the impact and find a meaningful way to repair, without forcing an immediate apology.

“That moment was difficult. You are still loved, exactly as you are. We can work together to put things right.”