Learning. Discovery. Conservation. STEM.
Great Big World is a program that champions learning by creating content for all ages that advocates for the conservation and protection of the world around us.
Our mission is simple:
To energize and inspire everyone to take an interest in the fields of STEM—and to discover how extraordinary our world truly is.
Our current series focuses on the Life Sciences, highlighting Zoology and spreading knowledge about the incredible animals all around us.
Through engaging stories, visual exploration, and accessible educational content, we explore:
- The importance of animals to our ecosystems
- What makes their diversity so extraordinary
- How animals live, communicate, adapt, and survive
- How human actions impact their way of life
- Why biodiversity matters
- What can be done to sustainably preserve species and habitats for future generations
Because learning about the world isn’t simply about knowing facts.
It’s about understanding our connection to it.
One Photograph. An entire world.
Every Great Big World episode begins with an animal photograph.
That photograph becomes the starting point for discovery.
LOOK
Who are we looking at?
DISCOVER
What makes this animal fascinating?
UNDERSTAND
How does it live, survive, communicate, and interact with its environment?
CONNECT
How is this animal connected to the larger world around us?
CARE
Why does this animal—and the world it lives in—matter?
LOOK → DISCOVER → UNDERSTAND → CONNECT → CARE
This is the heart of Great Big World.
OUR CURRENT FOCUS
LIFE SCIENCES THROUGH ZOOLOGY
The natural world is filled with extraordinary stories.
Some animals live in places we’ve never seen.
Some have abilities we can hardly imagine.
Some are tiny enough to fit in the palm of a hand.
Others are larger than a school bus.
Some live alongside us every day without us ever noticing them.
And every one of them has a role to play.
Our current series uses Zoology as a gateway into the Life Sciences, helping audiences discover animals through their behavior, biology, habitats, adaptations, relationships, and ecosystems.
We explore what makes each species unique while also asking a bigger question:
HOW ARE WE ALL CONNECTED?
WHAT WE DISCOVER
Every animal opens the door to a different story.
ANIMAL BEHAVIOR
How animals move, communicate, play, cooperate, hunt, reproduce, and survive.
HABITATS
The forests, oceans, deserts, wetlands, grasslands, mountains, cities, and other environments animals call home.
ADAPTATION
The remarkable physical and behavioral characteristics that help animals survive in their environments.
ECOSYSTEMS
The interconnected relationships between animals, plants, habitats, and natural systems.
BIODIVERSITY
What makes the incredible diversity of life on Earth so important—and so special.
HUMAN IMPACT
How our choices, communities, industries, and changing environments affect animals and the ecosystems they depend upon.
CONSERVATION
What can be done to protect species, preserve habitats, and sustainably care for the natural world for generations to come.
FROM CURIOSITY TO CONSERVATION
We believe conservation begins with connection.
Children—and adults—are more likely to care about something when they understand it.
That’s why Great Big World begins with wonder.
We discover the animal.
We learn how it lives.
We understand its role in its ecosystem.
We explore the ways humans affect its world.
And then we ask:
WHAT CAN WE DO?
Great Big World approaches conservation with curiosity, optimism, and a focus on solutions.
Our goal is not simply to tell audiences what is happening to the natural world.
Our goal is to help them understand why it matters—and inspire them to become part of protecting it.
Because when we understand something, we can begin to care about it.
And when we care, we become more likely to protect it.
THE GREAT BIG WORLD SERIES
SHORT EPISODES. BIG DISCOVERIES.
Our current animated series introduces audiences to the animal world through short-form educational storytelling.
SEASON ONE
12 ORIGINAL EPISODES
3 MINUTES EACH
Every episode centers around an animal and uses its story to open the door to a larger world of discovery.
Following the individual episodes, the season will come together in a special compilation experience, giving audiences another opportunity to explore Sunny’s discoveries.
12 ANIMALS.
12 DISCOVERIES.
ONE GREAT BIG WORLD.
The series is being developed for digital distribution across:
But the series is only the beginning.
MORE THAN A SHOW
A GROWING LEARNING ECOSYSTEM
Great Big World is being developed as more than a collection of animated videos.
It is a growing educational platform built around:
- CURIOSITY
- STEM
- SCIENCE
- CONSERVATION
- CREATIVITY
- COMMUNITY
As Great Big World grows, so can the ways audiences engage with it.
SUNNY’S FIELD NOTES
Additional discoveries that take audiences deeper into the animals, science, and subjects introduced throughout the series.
FAN MAIL
Children can share their own drawings, questions, observations, and Great Big World-inspired artwork.
Because sometimes the best discoveries come from the audience.
ANIMAL PASSPORT
A growing collection of animals for children to discover, explore, and collect.
Every animal becomes another step in their journey through the Great Big World.
EXPLORER ACTIVITIES
Interactive activities designed to encourage children and families to continue learning and exploring beyond the screen.
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
As the program expands, Great Big World can grow into additional educational materials, classroom resources, digital learning experiences, books, activities, and other experiences designed to make science accessible and engaging.
CONSERVATION CONNECTIONS
We envision opportunities to connect audiences with scientists, educators, conservationists, organizations, and real-world initiatives working to understand and protect our planet.
HELP US BUILD A GREAT BIG WORLD
Your support helps make discovery possible.
Great Big World is on a mission to spark curiosity, inspire STEM learning, and encourage audiences of all ages to understand, appreciate, and protect the world around us.
Through engaging educational content, storytelling, and conservation-focused programming, we aim to open doors to discovery and inspire the next generation of curious minds.
With the support of our community, we can continue creating meaningful educational experiences, exploring the extraordinary diversity of life on Earth, and expanding opportunities to learn about science, nature, and conservation.
SUPPORT THE MISSION
Your support can help advance the Great Big World educational program and its growing vision.
EDUCATIONAL CONTENT
Create engaging stories and experiences that make science and learning accessible to audiences of all ages.
ANIMAL DISCOVERY
Introduce audiences to more species, habitats, ecosystems, and the extraordinary diversity of life on our planet.
STEM EDUCATION
Inspire curiosity about Zoology, Biology, Botany, and the many disciplines that help us understand our world.
CONSERVATION AWARENESS
Help audiences understand the importance of biodiversity, the impact of human activity, and the need to protect our natural world.
FUTURE LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Support the development of educational resources, interactive activities, and new opportunities for discovery.
A COMMUNITY COMING TOGETHER FOR EDUCATION
Great Big World is proud to partner with Art4Kids, our 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor for the show.
Through this fiscal sponsorship partnership, eligible charitable contributions made through Art4Kids’ designated Great Big World giving process can support the program’s educational mission under the administration of its charitable sponsor.
This partnership helps create a pathway for supporters who believe in science education, curiosity, and conservation to participate in the growth of Great Big World.
Every contribution made through the approved process helps advance the work of building a world where learning is encouraged, science is celebrated, and discovery inspires a deeper connection to the planet we share.
EVERY DISCOVERY STARTS WITH AN OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN.
Charitable contributions must be made through Art4Kids’ designated Great Big World donation process. Tax deductibility depends on the contribution meeting applicable legal requirements. Please consult Art4Kids for donation instructions and confirmation of eligibility.
BECOME PART OF THE GREAT BIG WORLD COMMUNITY
Explore a little further with Sunny.
Discovery doesn’t have to end when an episode does.
Join the Great Big World community on Patreon for additional content and opportunities to participate in the world we’re building.
Members can explore additional animal stories, Sunny’s Field Notes, Explorer Activities, Fan Mail, Animal Passport experiences, community polls, behind-the-scenes content, and more as Great Big World grows.
Whether you’re a parent exploring alongside your child, an educator looking for new ways to encourage curiosity, or an animal lover who wants to follow Sunny’s adventures, there’s always more to discover.
DISCOVER MORE.
SHARE YOUR CURIOSITY.
HELP BUILD THE WORLD.
Patreon memberships are separate from charitable contributions made through Art4Kids. Membership payments should not be represented as tax-deductible charitable donations.
FROM ZOOLOGY TO THE WHOLE WORLD OF STEM
Animals are where our journey begins.
They are not where it ends.
Over time, Great Big World will expand beyond Zoology to explore the many disciplines that help us understand the world around us.
From Botany to Biology.
From Anatomy to Astronomy.
From the microscopic to the monumental.
From the building blocks of life to the mysteries of the universe.
Our goal is to create content that makes science feel accessible, exciting, relevant, and worth exploring.
Because STEM isn’t simply a collection of subjects.
IT’S A WAY OF UNDERSTANDING THE WORLD.
And there is an entire world waiting to be understood.
With the support of our audience, creative collaborators, educational partners, and supporters through our fiscal sponsorship with Art4Kids, we envision expanding Great Big World into a broader learning ecosystem that inspires curiosity and makes discovery part of everyday life.
WHY STEM?
A QUESTION CAN BECOME A LIFETIME OF DISCOVERY.
We want to inspire curiosity before choosing a career.
A child who becomes fascinated by an elephant may discover Zoology.
A child fascinated by a flower may discover Botany.
A child curious about the human body may discover Anatomy.
A child looking at the stars may discover Astronomy.
A question can become an interest.
An interest can become a passion.
And a passion can become a lifetime of discovery.
Great Big World exists to help start that journey.
Through engaging content, educational opportunities, and community support, we want to encourage people of all ages to ask questions, explore new ideas, and discover the many ways science helps us understand our world.
A WORLD WORTH PROTECTING
Our planet is extraordinary because of its complexity, diversity, and interconnectedness.
Every species has a story.
Every ecosystem has a purpose.
Every discovery gives us another reason to look closer.
By helping audiences understand the natural world, we hope to inspire a deeper sense of responsibility toward it.
Great Big World approaches conservation through curiosity and connection. We want audiences to understand not only what makes the world remarkable, but also how human actions affect it and how thoughtful choices can contribute to its protection.
Because protecting the future begins with understanding the present.
The more we learn about our world, the more we can appreciate it.
The more we appreciate it, the more we can care for it.
And the more we care, the more we can help protect it.
Through our educational mission and our fiscal sponsorship partnership with Art4Kids, we hope to bring more people into this journey of learning, discovery, and environmental awareness.
BUILT FOR CURIOUS MINDS
Great Big World is designed to meet audiences where they are—curious, visual, connected, and ready to explore.
Our digital-first approach introduces science and conservation through accessible short-form storytelling while creating opportunities for deeper learning beyond each episode.
WATCH.
WONDER.
ASK QUESTIONS.
EXPLORE.
DISCOVER.
SHARE WHAT YOU LEARN.
And keep going.
As the program grows, we hope to connect our digital audience with new learning resources, creative experiences, and partners who share our commitment to education and discovery.
PARTNER WITH GREAT BIG WORLD
HELP US BUILD THE NEXT CHAPTER.
Great Big World is creating opportunities for organizations, educators, conservation groups, scientists, brands, and mission-aligned partners to participate in the world we’re building.
We believe meaningful partnerships can bring together creativity, education, scientific knowledge, and shared commitment to make learning more engaging and accessible.
EDUCATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
Collaborate on educational resources, learning experiences, and STEM initiatives that encourage curiosity and exploration.
CONSERVATION PARTNERSHIPS
Connect audiences with organizations and initiatives working to protect animals, habitats, and biodiversity.
CONTENT PARTNERSHIPS
Support the development of stories, educational content, and special features that introduce audiences to new discoveries.
IN-KIND PARTNERSHIPS
Contribute services, expertise, technology, creative resources, or other production support that helps bring Great Big World to life.
CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS
Align your organization with a growing educational program focused on science, curiosity, conservation, and the next generation of explorers.
COMMUNITY AND MISSION-ALIGNED PARTNERSHIPS
Help us develop opportunities that connect families, educators, scientists, conservationists, and curious minds through shared learning experiences.
Great Big World is proud to work with Art4Kids as its 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor for the show. For organizations interested in supporting the program through charitable funding, we welcome conversations about opportunities that may be appropriate under the fiscal sponsorship arrangement.
Commercial sponsorships, in-kind support, and charitable contributions may require different agreements and processes. We work with prospective partners to identify an appropriate path for collaboration.
Interested in supporting the educational mission through a charitable contribution? Please use the designated Art4Kids giving process or contact us for guidance.
JOIN THE EXPLORATION
Great Big World is just beginning.
Today, our journey starts with animals.
Tomorrow, it can take us anywhere.
Into forests.
Across oceans.
Inside the human body.
Under a microscope.
Across the solar system.
And into the many scientific discoveries that help us understand our extraordinary world.
There is always another question.
Another species.
Another discovery.
Another world waiting to be explored.
THE WORLD IS BIG.
LET’S EXPLORE IT TOGETHER.
Help us inspire curiosity, make science more accessible, and encourage a deeper appreciation for the world we share.
Whether you want to support our educational mission, follow Sunny’s adventures, or help shape the future of Great Big World, there’s a place for you in this journey.
Charitable contributions must be made through Art4Kids’ approved Great Big World giving process. Tax deductibility depends on the applicable requirements and the nature of the contribution. Patreon memberships and commercial partnership payments are separate from charitable contributions.
GREAT BIG WORLD × MICAMO × ART4KIDS
A SHARED COMMITMENT TO LEARNING AND DISCOVERY
Great Big World is an original educational program created by Michelle Morte and developed through micamo Inc.
Bringing together storytelling, animation, science education, and conservation, Great Big World is designed to spark curiosity, inspire lifelong learning, and help audiences better understand the world around them.
Through our partnership with Art4Kids, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization serving as Great Big World’s fiscal sponsor, we are building pathways for eligible charitable support to help advance the program’s educational mission in accordance with our fiscal sponsorship agreement.
Together with our audience, creative collaborators, educators, conservation partners, and supporters, we aim to grow a world of content and experiences that celebrates science, encourages exploration, and highlights the importance of protecting our planet for generations to come.
HELP US BRING A GREAT BIG WORLD OF DISCOVERY TO LIFE.
Every contribution to our journey helps us work toward a future where curiosity is encouraged, science is accessible, and learning inspires meaningful connections with the world around us.
Make a contribution through Art4Kids’ approved Great Big World giving process. Tax deductibility is subject to applicable requirements.
Curious about the organizations and collaboration helping make this vision possible?
Learn more about the partnership between Art4Kids and micamo and how their collaboration supports the development of Great Big World.
A World of Discovery
Because our world is extraordinary.
There is always more to learn.
There is always more to explore.
And there is always another reason to care.
GREAT BIG WORLD
Learn. Discover. Connect. Protect.
