Educational Segments of Hi-5
Each presenter hosts an education centric segment of the show. At times, they're assisted by their co-presenters to display social skills and group problem solving skills.
- Mary Lascaris hosts the section word play looking at language and sounds with the help of her puppet friend Chatterbox ("Chats"). Formerly presented by Kellie Crawford (Series 1 - 10) and Casey Burgess (Series 11 - 13).
- Ainsley Melham hosts the musical segment looking at concepts such as beat, rhythm, pitch and melody using pianos, guitars, bells and other instruments to his aid. Formerly presented by Tim Harding (Series 1 - 9), Stevie Nicholson (Series 10) and Tim Maddren (Series 11 - 13).
- Dayen Zheng presents a segment on logical thinking and mathematics looking at numbers, puzzles and mazes - this segment also features Jup-Jup, a puppet who is not seen by Dayen, but constantly plays tricks on her. Formerly presented by Kathleen de Leon Jones (Series 1 - 8), Sun Park (Series 9 - 10) and Fely Irvine (Series 11 - 13).
- Stevie Nicholson presents a segment exploring shape, colour, texture and pattern using various kinds of learning aids including coloured boxes, balls and play-dough. Formerly presented by Nathan Foley (Series 1 - 10).
- Lauren Brant hosts the section body move encouraging body co-ordination skill development through dancing, hopping, jumping and stepping. Formerly presented by Charli Robinson (Series 1 - 10).
- There is also a segment where all five presenters join together to present a story. This segment is to promote social skills and group problem solving.
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