When organizations need to communicate important health messages to young audiences, information alone isn’t enough. The challenge is creating content that captures attention, builds understanding, and inspires action. 

That’s exactly what NTC Studios set out to accomplish in partnership with Delta Dental of Missouri. 

Working with Delta Dental’s established Land of Smiles® program, our team developed The Grin Prix!, an educational video designed to help K–3 students build healthy habits related to oral health, nutrition, physical activity, and overall wellness. 

From concept development and scriptwriting through production and post-production, NTC Studios led the creative process to transform educational objectives into an engaging story-driven experience. The project combined live-action performance with animation, bringing beloved characters Captain Super Grin and Terri Tooth Fairy into a new adventure that keeps students entertained while reinforcing key learning outcomes. 

The story follows the heroes as they take on the mischievous Caz Cavity and his mother, Cazzidy, creating opportunities to introduce important wellness concepts through age-appropriate storytelling rather than traditional instruction. 

The result was content that resonated with both audiences and industry professionals. The Grin Prix! was recognized with a Gold Level Telly Award in the Education & Training category, one of the industry’s highest honors for video and television content. 

While awards are meaningful, the real success of the project lies in its ability to extend the reach and impact of Delta Dental of Missouri’s educational mission. Through creative storytelling, memorable characters, and thoughtful instructional design, the program continues to engage students and support healthy behavior change in classrooms and communities. 

At NTC Studios, we believe creative work is most effective when it serves a larger purpose. Whether we’re developing educational videos, outreach campaigns, interactive experiences, or curriculum-based content, our goal remains the same: helping organizations turn important messages into meaningful audience engagement. 

The Grin Prix! demonstrates how strategic communication, educational expertise, and creative production can work together to achieve both recognition and real-world results.