Welcome to Bughub

The Place Where Magic Happens

Join Shelly the Lightning Bug and her Lively group of friends, as they embark on exciting adventures, discover their superpowers, and spread their light! Anyone Can find their purpose and change the world right here at BugHub!

Meet The Creator

BugHub is the brainchild of Rochelle Forrest Hankins—a registered nurse, holistic health coach, celebrated author of three children’s books, and founder of “Tummies, Minds, and Spirits”, a children’s foundation. She’s also the founder of the “Just Be Kind Club” for children.

BugHub was birthed out of Rochelle’s personal experience of living with abuse. Each of the characters represents a step in the process of helping children to build self-confidence and establish self-worth.

Rochelle has traveled internationally spreading the message of BugHub, and her loveable characters have been entertaining and enriching the lives of children ever since.

About BugHub

Welcome to BugHub!  A fun, educational place where kids learn life lessons as they join Shelly the Lightning Bug as she embarks on exciting journeys with her friends, and gains positivity and confidence along the way!

Every adventure is a new lesson for Shelly and the BugHub crew, as they’re guided by the mystical presence of Starwin, a guiding light and moral compass who ensures everyone shines bright and finds their place in the world.

From the mind of Rochelle Forrest Hankins, BugHub is a safe and joyful place where everyone belongs.

Introduction to BugHub™

Episodes

BugHub™ – Season 1- Episode 1 (Pilot)

Shelly Finds Her Superpower

BugHub™ Slide Deck

Meet The Characters

Shelly

A spunky firefly who longs to find her purpose- or even her SUPERPOWER.  She may feel “unspecial” at times, but her friends at BugHub help her see the light!

Earl

A kind and friendly earthworm. Earl is a hard worker who feels drab and unimportant.

Rose

A happy and beautiful flower who cheers all she meets with her lovely fragrance!

Phillip

A patient pollywog, grateful for his friends, as he makes the transformative journey from pollywog to tadpole, and finally a frog!

Twenty-Two

A grumpy star-nosed mole who doesn’t understand her worth.

Bella

A wise butterfly who befriends Shelly and helps flowers grow.

Starwin

Starwin is Shelly’s guiding light. She is a mystical creature with special powers who nudges Shelly along the right path to help her grow.

“Got a bright idea or a question about our animated adventures? Reach out — we love hearing from dreamers like you!”

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