Maples Workout Obrazovna slikovnica by Bruno Oro

Maples Workout Obrazovna slikovnica by Bruno Oro is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Srebrna nagrada A' Design Award in Društveni Dizajn Competition Category.

SrebroDruštveni· 2025

Maples Workout Obrazovna slikovnica

by Bruno Oro

Client: Bruno Oro

Srebrna nagrada A' Design Award Winner in Društveni Category

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The Design

About Maples Workout Obrazovna slikovnica

Mapleina vježba je dječja slikovnica koja rehabilitaciju čini zanimljivom i pristupačnom. Kroz pustolovine Maplea, plišanog medvjedića, priča obrađuje izazove s kojima se mladi čitatelji susreću tijekom liječničkih posjeta. Uz živopisne ilustracije i prepoznatljive likove, knjiga educira djecu o procesu rehabilitacije. Pružajući priču s kojom se mogu poistovjetiti, cilj joj je smanjiti tjeskobu i potaknuti pozitivan stav, poboljšavajući iskustva djece u zdravstvenim ustanovama te promičući razumijevanje i suradnju tijekom rehabilitacije.

The Recognition

About the Srebrna nagrada A' Design Award

Maples Workout Obrazovna slikovnica je pobjednik Srebrne nagrade A' Design Award, izuzetno prestižnog priznanja koje se dodjeljuje vrhunskim, veličanstvenim i dojmljivim dizajnima. Srebrni pobjednici iznimno su briljantna i vrlo kreativna djela koja ilustriraju izuzetnu stručnost, talent i oštroumnost svojih dizajnera. Očekuje se da Maples Workout Obrazovna slikovnica bude divno, reprezentativno djelo koje je izuzetno profesionalno i duboko inovativno. Ovaj dizajn koji je osvojio Srebrnu nagradu A' Design Award vrlo je zapažen, nadaleko cijenjen izum koji koristi i pomiče granice umjetnosti, znanosti, dizajna i tehnologije. Maples Workout Obrazovna slikovnica je kreacija kojoj se mnogi dive i zavide, koja budi želje, donosi pozitivne osjećaje i raspiruje čuđenje i divljenje.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Maples Workout was created to show children that rehabilitation can be fun, easing worries about medical appointments. This book follows Maple, the teddy bear, on exciting exercises that make rehab enjoyable. It teaches young readers about the steps in the rehab journey, emphasizing that getting stronger can be a playful adventure. As part of a larger initiative, it highlights user-centered design to improve children’s experiences in healthcare, making visits less daunting and more fun.
Dimensions & Packaging: 10 by 8 inches hard book
Tags: Maple, orthotics, childrens healthcare, user experience, medical appointments, disability awareness, storybook, pediatric rehabilitation, emotional support, engaging design
Production Technology: For Maples Workout, the design process involved a blend of storytelling and user-centered design methodologies. We conducted workshops with children and parents to understand their needs and fears related to rehabilitation. Using feedback, we created engaging illustrations and relatable characters that resonate with young readers. Techniques like iterative prototyping were employed to refine the narrative and visuals. The book combines digital tools for illustration with traditional printing methods, ensuring vibrant, child-friendly pages that enhance the reading experience.
Design Challenge: The creative challenge involved addressing the emotional barriers children face during medical appointments. Overcoming societal misconceptions about disabilities was crucial, as was ensuring that the design resonated with young audiences. Historically, children's resources have been limited, leading to anxiety in clinical settings. External factors like healthcare regulations influenced content accuracy, while advancements in technology allowed for engaging illustrations and interactive elements. Collaborating with medical professionals ensured the project was both informative and supportive, fostering a positive impact on children’s experiences.
Research: This design research focuses on improving children's experiences in healthcare settings, specifically for those with disabilities. The objectives include reducing anxiety during medical visits and educating children about clinical procedures. We employed qualitative methods, using interviews and observations to gather data. Participants included children, parents, and healthcare professionals. The results revealed that relatable resources significantly eased children's fears. Insights showed that engaging designs can foster comfort and understanding, ultimately impacting how healthcare is delivered, enhancing both societal awareness and design practices.
Inspiration: This project was inspired by the need for relatable resources for children facing frequent medical appointments, particularly those with disabilities like cerebral palsy. I aimed to create an engaging experience to reduce anxiety and make clinical visits more approachable. My background in Industrial Design and research on user experience in healthcare guided the development. Collaborating with healthcare professionals ensured the content was informative and comforting for young readers.
Project Duration: Project developed in Spring 2024 at Iowa State University
Operation Flow: Maples Workout engages children through a relatable narrative that transforms the experience of rehabilitation into an adventure. Interaction occurs as young readers follow Maple's journey, identifying with the character and his exercises. Key frames include playful exercises that children can relate to, making the concept of rehabilitation more approachable. By presenting medical procedures in a fun context, the book reduces anxiety and promotes understanding. This design performs better by fostering a positive mindset toward rehabilitation, encouraging cooperation and participation in their healing journey.
Patents: Maples Workout © 2024 by Bruno Oro is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.
To view a copy of this license, visit:
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/