Our story

Made with love, for little learners

Little Lifts Studios was born from a simple belief: that the earliest years of childhood are the most magical — and the most important. We create content that makes those years count.

How it started

A spark that grew

Little Lifts Studios didn't begin with a team of educators — it began with me. Long before it had a name, I was a nanny, a kids' karate instructor, and eventually a mom to three boys: Weston, Logan, and Kai. Over nearly a decade of raising and teaching little ones, I kept noticing the same thing — so much early‑childhood content felt overstimulating, chaotic, or just plain meaningless.

I wanted something gentler. Something intentional. Something that actually supported little minds in a way that felt calm, simple, and developmentally appropriate. So I started creating it myself. From Weston’s toddler years, to Logan’s preschool stage, to Kai’s current adventures, each of my boys has shaped what Little Lifts Studios is today. They’ve been my inspiration, my testers, and the reason I’ve spent years making activities, stories, and learning moments that actually work for real kids.

Little Lifts Studios is the result of nearly a decade of motherhood, creativity, and trial‑and‑error — not a big production team. Just me, creating meaningful tools for little minds, inspired by the three boys who made me want better in the first place.

Parent and child reading together
What we believe

Learning should feel like play

Little Lifts Studios is built on years of hands‑on experience — not formal research labs or hired experts. Everything I create comes from real life with real kids: my three boys (Weston, Logan, and Kai), my years as a nanny, and my time teaching karate to little ones. I've spent nearly a decade watching what actually helps children learn, calm down, focus, and flourish. That's the heart behind every printable, video, and activity.

Child-first always

Every decision starts with one question: Would this genuinely help a child? Not just entertain them — support them, soothe them, spark curiosity, or build confidence.

Rooted in real experience

Instead of research papers or hired educators, my work is shaped by years of hands-on teaching and parenting. I’ve learned what works by being in the room with kids — guiding them, calming them, encouraging them, and watching them grow.

Joy is the point

Learning and delight aren't opposites. We work hard to make sure every video, printable, and activity is genuinely fun.

Built for families

Everything I make is designed with parents in mind. Simple, gentle, meaningful content you can feel good about — and characters and activities your kids will love.

Meet the stars

Lottie & Cloud

At the heart of Little Lifts Studios are two best friends: Lottie, a cheerful yellow star with boundless curiosity, and Cloud, a gentle, fluffy companion who sees wonder in everything. Together they explore numbers, colors, shapes, letters, and the everyday moments that make childhood so extraordinary.

Lottie, the cheerful yellow star character

Lottie

Bright, bold, and always ready to learn something new. Lottie leads every adventure with enthusiasm and a big warm heart.

Cloud, the gentle fluffy character

Cloud

Soft, thoughtful, and wonderfully curious. Cloud asks the questions that make children stop and think — and smile.

The team

Educators at heart

Little Lifts Studios is just me — a mom of three, a former nanny, and a kids’ karate instructor who’s spent years teaching and learning alongside real children. Everything I create comes from hands‑on experience, not hired experts or formal research.

  • Shaped by real-world teaching
  • Built from hands-on experience as a mom
  • No advertising, no data collection from children
  • Designed for ages 2–6 with age-appropriate pacing

Ready to explore?

Dive into our shows, grab a free printable, or get in touch — we'd love to be part of your family's learning journey.