Italy’s Vismanimation adapts mental health books into animated series for kids

MindTOONness is being produced by Italian animation company Vismanimation

Italian animation company Vismanimation is adapting psychologist Luca Mazzucchelli and illustrator Giulia Telli’s mental health-focused book series SerenaMente into an animated series for kids.

The adaptation, called MindTOONness, is aimed at children aged between three and nine and their families.

The 10×25’ 2D animated series is written by Valentina Mazzola and follows the adventures of a variety of diverse animals, with stories aiming to promote personal growth and help children overcome emotional obstacles.

Vismanimation will pitch MindTOONness to buyers at Cartoon Forum in Toulouse next month.