Animation from Cuida Bem de Mim, featuring a young girl imagining herself as a superhero. This vibrant animated series promotes creativity, emotional intelligence, and positive parenting through engaging storytelling and dynamic visuals.

Educational Series

Cuida Bem de Mim | Animated Series

  • Art Direction
  • Script Writing
  • Illustration
  • Character Animation
  • Animation

The Challenge

How do you create an animated series that educates children while engaging parents in positive parenting?

Commissioned by CNPDPCJ and GesEntrepreneur as part of the Adélia – Parentalidade Positiva program, Cuida Bem de Mim transforms expert insights into a 12-episode character-driven animated series. Covering essential childhood themes – fear, tantrums, autonomy, self-control, digital habits, anxiety, and bullying – the series makes these complex topics accessible, engaging, and emotionally resonant for children (4-12 years) and their families.

Sketch storyboard from Cuida Bem de Mim, highlighting four key scenes from episodes on the importance of play and overcoming fear. This early-stage illustration captures character expressions and visual storytelling in the animated series.Sketch storyboard from Cuida Bem de Mim, featuring four illustrated scenes exploring outdoor play and childhood fears. These frames shape the narrative of the animated series, emphasizing emotional development and positive parenting.Storyboard sketch from Cuida Bem de Mim, highlighting four key scenes from episodes on tantrum regulation, self-control, and the power of praise. This early-stage illustration showcases expressive character interactions and emotional storytelling in the animated series.Storyboard sketch from Cuida Bem de Mim, featuring four illustrated scenes exploring autonomy, tantrums, and assertive communication. These frames contribute to the series’ visual storytelling, reinforcing emotional intelligence and positive parenting themes.Early character design sketches from Cuida Bem de Mim, featuring diverse family types, a dragon, and a caravel. These concept explorations help shape the visual identity and storytelling of the animated series.Concept sketches from Cuida Bem de Mim, showcasing character development studies, including diverse family types, a unicorn, and a caravel. These early explorations define the animation style and narrative elements of the series.Illustration from Cuida Bem de Mim, depicting how shadows can transform into scary monsters, visualizing childhood fears. This animated series helps children understand and overcome emotions through engaging storytelling.Illustration from Cuida Bem de Mim, showing a girl playing with her superhero toy, imagining herself as the hero. This scene highlights the power of imaginative play in child development.Illustration from Cuida Bem de Mim, featuring two siblings arguing over the Adélia project mascot. This episode teaches conflict resolution and assertive communication in childhood interactions.Illustration from Cuida Bem de Mim, showing a young girl astronaut learning to adapt to gravity. This episode explores autonomy, resilience, and self-reliance in childhood.Illustration from Cuida Bem de Mim, portraying a girl feeling isolated and crying after being teased by classmates. This episode addresses bullying and emotional resilience in children.Illustration from Cuida Bem de Mim, featuring a pirate family led by a mother captain on a caravel. This episode highlights leadership, independence, and problem-solving skills in childhood.Illustration from Cuida Bem de Mim, showing children mesmerized like zombies by their smartphones instead of playing together. This episode explores screen time balance and healthy digital habits.Illustration from Cuida Bem de Mim, showing twin siblings learning about discipline and routines by brushing their teeth before bed. This episode emphasizes the importance of structure in childhood.Illustration from Cuida Bem de Mim, depicting two children playing on the beach under the supportive gaze of their two mothers. This episode highlights the power of praise and encouragement in parenting.Illustration from Cuida Bem de Mim, showing a girl learning to balance video games with schoolwork and outdoor activities. This episode promotes healthy habits and time management for children.

The Solution

We brought positive parenting themes to life through a captivating animated series, immersive storytelling, and original songs, creating an experience that educates, entertains, and sparks meaningful family conversations.

✔️ Turning Expertise into Storytelling

We worked closely with child psychologists and educators to translate developmental insights into engaging, character-driven narratives. Each episode follows a strong emotional arc, helping children connect with the stories while reinforcing key parenting principles. Once the scripts were crafted, we collaborated with composers and musicians to create catchy, memorable songs that reinforce each episode’s message—ensuring that learning extends beyond the screen.

✔️ Expressive Characters for Instant Connection

Children learn best when they see themselves in the story. We designed a diverse cast of expressive characters, ensuring rapid identification and emotional engagement. Their exaggerated gestures and facial expressions make emotions instantly recognizable, helping kids navigate their own feelings.

✔️ Original Songs for Emotional Retention

Each episode features custom-made songs carefully designed to reinforce key messages. Playful melodies captivate younger viewers, while dynamic compositions keep older children engaged—using music as a powerful tool for learning.

✔️ Visual Metaphors That Make Learning Intuitive

From closet monsters symbolizing fear to tantrums transforming kids into tiny "monsters", our visual storytelling turns complex emotions into clear, relatable experiences.

✔️ A Playful Yet Thoughtful Art Direction

We crafted a style that balances fun, warmth, and depth, avoiding an overly "kiddy" look. The animation maintains energy and fluidity, while a carefully curated color palette and cinematography enhance the emotional weight of each story.

✔️ Inclusive & Diverse Representation

We created a world where all children feel seen—embracing diverse family structures, imaginative skin tones, and expressive character design to foster emotional connection.

All episodes of Cuida Bem de Mim are available on RTP Play, bringing valuable lessons on emotional intelligence, resilience, and positive parenting to families everywhere.
Work-in-progress animation from Cuida Bem de Mim, showcasing a diverse cast of characters in different animated situations. This animated series promotes children's emotional well-being and positive parenting through engaging visuals and relatable characters.

Through captivating animation, heartwarming storytelling, and memorable songs, Cuida Bem de Mim helps children navigate emotions while empowering parents and caregivers with positive parenting tools.

Illustration from Cuida Bem de Mim, featuring children playing outdoors—jumping rope, playing ball, and throwing a frisbee to a dog. This scene highlights the importance of outdoor activities and reducing screen time for healthy childhood development.Illustration from Cuida Bem de Mim, showing children engaging in outdoor play. This animated series emphasizes emotional well-being, positive parenting, and the benefits of balancing digital habits with active play.

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