Ello develops a reading assistance platform for early literacy that blends real books with artificial intelligence to provide each child with a personalized, phonics-based learning path. The platform delivers interactive digital and physical books, uses speech recognition to offer real-time feedback, and employs motivational strategies to sustain engagement. Grounded in evidence-based reading instruction, Ello supports children when they struggle and helps parents and educators foster confidence, fluency, and a lifelong love of reading.
Lingokids
Series C in 2021
Lingokids is an educational app designed for children aged 2-8, focused on teaching English through a playful learning approach. With a user base exceeding 10 million families globally, the app offers over 600 interactive games and activities that foster essential skills such as creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and communication. The platform encourages parental involvement, allowing families to engage in the learning process together. Lingokids aims to positively impact 100 million families, emphasizing the importance of language acquisition and vocabulary development in early childhood education.
Lingokids
Series B in 2020
Lingokids is an educational app designed for children aged 2-8, focused on teaching English through a playful learning approach. With a user base exceeding 10 million families globally, the app offers over 600 interactive games and activities that foster essential skills such as creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and communication. The platform encourages parental involvement, allowing families to engage in the learning process together. Lingokids aims to positively impact 100 million families, emphasizing the importance of language acquisition and vocabulary development in early childhood education.
Wonderbly
Series B in 2017
Wonderbly is a London-based startup that combines storytelling with technology to create personalized experiences for children worldwide. Their first product, LostMy.Name, sold over 600,000 copies and shipped to over 135 countries.
Wonder Forge
Funding Round in 2013
Wonder Forge is a company dedicated to creating high-quality games and puzzles that offer engaging experiences for children and families. With a diverse portfolio of over 50 games, the company aims to provide fun that encourages physical, social, and creative interaction among players. Wonder Forge has received more than 100 prestigious awards for its game excellence, including three nominations for the Toy of the Year Awards in the games category. Its products are available in both mass and specialty retail outlets across the United States and are also distributed in ten international markets.