“‘Carl the Collector’ values inclusion and empathy, while modeling relationship-building and social skill development, wrapped up in humor, heart, and incredible visual design,” said Sara DeWitt, senior vice president and general manager, PBS KIDS.
The new animated show from New York Times best-selling illustrator and author Zachariah Ohora features warm-hearted autistic raccoon Carl, who loves collecting things; coming in Fall 2024.
PBS KIDS has ordered Carl the Collector, its first show featuring a lead character on the autism spectrum, from Fuzzytown Pictures and Spiffy Pictures.
Arthur Vining Davis Foundations extends grant for Fred Rogers Productions' kids' animated TV series, which promote core messages and learning goals in problem-solving skills, resilience, empathy, and other life skills.