The Waterbug App vs Coobari

Identify waterbugs (freshwater invertebrates) from Australia, assess the health of a river/creek/wetland and submit data to contribute to the citizen science program - The National Waterbug Blitz.

A SPACE TO PAUSE, REFLECT AND GROW Coobari is a mindset and wellbeing app designed to help kids and teens understand themselves, navigate their emotions and relationships, and build skills for everyday life. Growing up brings many different thoughts, feelings, experiences and changes. Coobari gives young people a supportive space to explore what is happening within them, discover what matters to them and find tools that work for who they are. Whether they need a moment to reset, want to make sense of how they feel or are learning to navigate an everyday situation, Coobari helps young people pause, reflect and grow. PAUSE When emotions feel overwhelming or a busy mind needs a reset, young people can explore simple mindfulness activities and guided tools to help them slow down, reconnect with the present moment and find their calm. REFLECT Through journalling, thoughtful prompts and guided activities, young people can explore their thoughts, feelings, values, interests and experiences. Reflection helps them build self-awareness and discover more about who they are. GROW Practical stories, videos, animations and activities help young people develop skills for emotions, confidence, friendships, communication, learning and everyday life. Coobari encourages growth in a way that feels personal, supportive and relevant. INSIDE COOBARI Explore a growing collection of: • Mindfulness activities and meditations • Journalling and guided reflection • Stories, videos and animations • Emotional awareness activities • Mindset and everyday life skills • Tools for confidence and self-understanding • Friendship and relationship resources • Card decks and conversation starters • Activities for home and school A FRAMEWORK FOR GROWING MINDS Coobari content is organised around six pillars of emotional and personal growth: • Inside My Brain • Navigating Emotions • Being Me • Growing Connections • Mindful Moments • Finding Direction Together, these pillars help young people explore how their minds work, understand emotions, build self-awareness, strengthen relationships, practise mindfulness and think about what matters to them. CREATED FOR YOUNG PEOPLE Coobari supports young people across different stages of growing up. Content is designed to feel approachable, engaging and meaningful for kids and teens, allowing them to explore topics and tools that connect with their individual experiences. SUPPORTING GROWTH TOGETHER Coobari also includes thoughtful resources for parents, teachers and caregivers. These tools can help adults begin meaningful conversations, support emotional learning and explore wellbeing and everyday life skills at home or at school. There is no single way to grow. Coobari helps each young person discover what works for them—one everyday moment at a time. https://coobari.com/terms-of-use/