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MIAMI, Fl., July, 2019 - Semillitas, the 24-hour animation and entertainment channel for children between 0-5 years of age, owned by Somos TV (company of SOMOS Group),  fortifies by its recognized entertainment programming with the incorporation of the Norwegian-born series Elias. Beginning August 1, subscribers will enjoy Elias and his friends, a squad of ships that protects the vibrant town of Cozy Cove.

Solving problems such as rescuing a boat caught in a storm or repairing the damaged engine of one of his friends, Elias and his squad try to solve these type of tasks. Driven by compassion and guided by teamwork, the series conveys an excellent message to preschoolers, showing why it is important to get along with others and be responsible. The character's interactions are marked by kindness, help and friendship, but they also have to know how to process feelings like disappointment and frustration, modeling children's positive behavior at all times.

Luis Villanueva, President and CEO of SOMOSTV expressed his satisfaction: “adding Elias to our programming brings undeniable value to our channel and its mission to educate and favor positive values in future generations. We are very happy to be able to support parents in the most important missions: to give their children a healthy, safe and appropriate entertainment for their ages.”

The famous series, produced by Filmkameratene and directed by Espen Fyksen, has been taken to the big screen with two films and have won a Golden Screen prize from Norway and nominated for the International Emmy Awards. Given the popularity and positive messages of the series, the Norwegian Marine Rescue Society has adopted Elias as their mascot.

Semillitas is recognized for offering children educational, safe, nonviolent entertainment in neutral Spanish, teaching the language at these early ages. The channel offers prestigious entertainment programs such as Mouk, Angelina Ballerina, Fireman Sam, Bob the Builder, Paddington Bear, Kit and Kate, Franny’s Feet and many others, which has motivated a positive reception in the parents.

About Semillitas: “Semillitas” is a toddlers and preschoolers Pay TV channel that programs Spanish language animation, 24 hours a day, and is produced and distributed by SOMOSTV LLC.  SOMOSTV LLC is a company devoted to the development and promotion of Pay TV in the US Hispanic market, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean through the launch of TV channels in all platforms with technical and creative excellence. For more information, please visit us at www.semillitas.tv

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