Safari Kid

Meet Ellie the Elephant

Beloved Safari Kid Mascot and Teaching Tool

Ellie is our beloved elephant mascot who plays a crucial role in engaging and motivating young learners at Safari Kid. Cute, friendly, and adventurous, Ellie is the perfect companion for children's learning journey! Not only is Ellie the face of Safari Kid, but she's also a beloved member of every Safari Kid Center. She takes the form of a puppet, helping our teachers gain the classroom's attention and leading themed discussions we call TEMBO TALKS.

Ellie Leads TEMBO TALKS

Ellie takes the stage as our puppeteer and is ready to discuss an interesting subject that captivates children. Our teachers use these fun, interactive sessions to spark curiosity and encourage discussions in the classroom.

Ellie brings a sense of playfulness and enthusiasm to TEMBO TALKS, making learning even more exciting for young minds. Discussions may revolve around:

Emotional regulation
Impulse control
Classroom rules
Other pro-social behavioral skills

By leaning into Ellie's charm and covering different topics with her, our teachers create a safe and inclusive space for children to open up and express themselves, focus on what the teacher may be explaining, and practice their social skills.

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How Ellie Helps Child Development

Incorporating these messages in a fun and interactive way helps to reinforce positive behaviors and values in our young learners. By using Ellie as a medium, children feel more at ease and motivated to participate in conversations, as the puppet removes the perceived power dynamics between the teacher and the students – making everyone more comfortable.

Language Development

Ellie plays a pivotal role in fostering effective communication skills among our young learners, including:

Model for Proper Conversation Techniques: Ellie exemplifies using complete sentences, clear articulation, and active listening during interactions.
Demonstration of Turn-Taking: Interactions between Ellie and the teacher show children how to take turns while speaking, fostering respectful and inclusive conversations.
Opportunities for Practice: Children are encouraged to engage directly with Ellie and practice their language skills in a safe and supportive environment.

Emotional Expression

Older Safari Kids can get the chance to take on the role of Ellie, helping them express themselves a bit more creatively. They grow by:

Sharing Feelings Through Ellie: Children can voice their emotions using the puppet, which helps them explore different perspectives without feeling vulnerable.
Gaining a Deeper Understanding: This creative approach enables children to gain a better insight into their own emotions and those of others, fostering empathy and emotional intelligence.

What Parents Are Saying

I would recommend safari kid to anyone looking for a great experience.

Jill Turek
The dedicated staff at Safari Kids create a nurturing and stimulating environment, making it a perfect place for early childhood development.

Sushma Venkatayogi
School environment is exceptional. Very colorful, bright, and playful environment, which attracts children’s attention.

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Ellie Is the Perfect Mascot for Safari Kid

Safari Kid's core philosophy centers on providing children with a nurturing, trustworthy, and progressive learning environment. Ellie embodies these qualities through her friendly demeanor, adventurous spirit, and love for learning.

It’s just another example of the creative ways Safari Kid goes above and beyond to promote well-being and lifelong learning that feels fun.

Why an Elephant?

Elephants are incredibly intelligent and highly sensitive creatures, known for their nurturing and caring nature and well-developed social behaviors. They exhibit empathy and concern not only for members of their family group but is also found to reach beyond their own herd. With complex emotions, elephants display compassion, self-awareness, and loyalty, forming deep connections with other animals. Ellie as an elephant is the perfect representation of these important qualities that Safari Kid embodies!