لک‌لک و شیر

About the Author

Vida Jannesar is an entrepreneur, neuroscience coach, and storyteller who is passionate about helping children build emotional intelligence, resilience, curiosity, and confidence.

With a background in business, marketing, and applied neuroscience, Vida is dedicated to translating the science of the brain into simple, meaningful experiences for children and the adults who guide them. Her work is inspired by one belief: when we understand how the brain grows, learns, and connects, we can nurture happier, healthier, and more compassionate humans.

As a mother of two, Vida believes that stories are among the most powerful tools for shaping a child’s mind. Long before children can name their emotions, they can explore them through the characters they meet, the adventures they imagine, and the choices they witness. Through each story, she weaves together imagination and neuroscience to spark curiosity, encourage empathy, strengthen emotional resilience, and create meaningful conversations that continue long after the last page.

Vida is also the founder of Future Minds Club, where she creates evidence-informed resources that help children and families grow together through learning, play, and connection.

Her hope is that every child who opens one of her books discovers not only a story to enjoy, but also a little more courage, kindness, and confidence within themselves.

About the Illustrator

Sanaz Marzban is an animator and artist based in Canada. She earned her Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering in Iran before following her lifelong passion for art and storytelling by pursuing a career in animation.

Today, she works in the animation industry on children’s productions, including projects with Disney. For Sanaz, her work is more than creating beautiful images, it is a way to connect with children, inspire their imagination, and bring stories to life.

Working on this book has been a truly special experience, allowing her to combine her love of art with her passion for creating meaningful experiences for young readers. She hopes her artwork fills every page with warmth, wonder, and joy.