Emma Wiggle moves into dance and sign language in new, inclusive children's entertainment

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Interviewed by Sandra Odorisio
Date
15 August 2025
Faculty
Faculty of Arts
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Best known as the first female Wiggle, Emma Watkins spent nine years as the yellow skivvied, red-headed idol of many a preschooler. Today, she's Dr Emma Watkins, having completed her Macquarie-powered PhD focussed on integrating sign language and dance in children's learning and play.

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