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MIAMI, Fl., October, 2020 – Semillitas, the 24-hour commercial free animation channel for children between 0-6 years of age, owned by SOMOSTV, has acquired the broadcasting rights to the animated children’s series Pocoyó and will be premiered on December 1, 2020. Semillitas offers animated series that are carefully selected and endorsed by experts, safe and free of violence for infants and toddlers in the United States, Puerto Rico, Central America and the Caribbean.

Pocoyó is a very curious boy who, together with his friends, embarks on endless adventures in a world that he is beginning to discover. The 3D animation series is characterized by its educational and pedagogical messages. The aim of the series is to stimulate the senses of the young viewers through colors, shapes and music creating a unique visual language.

Since its first broadcast on ABC Australia, more than 15 years ago, the series has achieved a great audience in Latin America, the United States, Canada, China and in much of Europe, including the United Kingdom, Italy, France, Portugal and Spain, the country that saw the character born. Pocoyó is well-known by having a great personality and promotes values of great interest to all, such as respect, tolerance, friendship, defense of the environment or healthy habits. The third season of the animated series consists of 52 episodes of 7 minutes each, all produced entirely in HD.

Luis Villanueva, president and CEO of SOMOSTV (part of SOMOS Group) stated: “With Pocoyó we continue to incorporate into our programming the best entertainment dedicated to the young viewers. We are consistent with offering a safe space for this vulnerable audience that deserves care. We are proud of our role in supporting parents who want to maintain their culture and traditions and especially in these times, with the best and most prestigious animation.”

Pocoyó is produced by Zinkia Entertainment, a highly prestigious Spanish company that produces audiovisual and interactive entertainment brands aimed at family audiences around the world.

Along with other animations from recognized brands such as Dr. Panda, Bob the Builder, Little People, P. King Duckling, Doozers, Elías, Mouk, among others, Pocoyó confirms the message that Semillitas is transmitting to its audience, education and entertainment for the younger from the safety of their homes, which is essential at this time.

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