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Book Hungry Bears for ABC

ABC to screen preschool animation from NZ's Pūkeko Pictures.

ABC is getting ready for storytime with preschool animation, Book Hungry Bears.

The 52×11’ series from is a co-production with NZ’s Pūkeko Pictures, Canada’s Breakthrough Entertainment and Hengxin Shambala Kids in China.

TVNZ and ABC Australia have signed up to air the series created by Pūkeko writer Martin Baynton, and commissioned by Canada’s TVOkids and TFO, in association with Knowledge Kids.  Ten picture books will also feature the characters.

Pūkeko Pictures’ Chief Creative Officer Martin Baynton said: “Children’s love of stories and pictures books is universal, as well as being an important step in development, and sharing the reading experience with grown-ups or peers helps kids form bonds and facilitates emotional learning. This show brings together my love of compelling narrative and passion for creating content that supports kids in their emotional journeys as they make sense of the world around them.”

An airdate has not been announced.

Book Hungry Bears is produced with the Financial Participation of Shaw Rocket Fund and Canada Media Fund and Produced in association with Knowledge Kids.

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