# King Children

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/king-children

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Brooklyn, US
- Website: www.kingchildren.com
- Total disclosed funding: $2M
- Latest round: Seed (Nov 1, 2018)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

King Children is a company focused on developing innovative educational toys and digital applications that foster children's cognitive skills, creativity, and physical activity through engaging play-based learning experiences.Founded in Brooklyn, US, King Children specializes in creating products that enhance child development. The company was co-founded by David Lee, Philip DeFrancesco, and Sahir Zaveri, with Sahir Zaveri currently serving as CEO. In November 2018, King Children raised USD 2 million in Seed funding from investors including Casper Sleep Inc., Great Oaks Venture Capital, Relay Ventures, and TGZ Capital, marking their first major fundraising round. The company has maintained a consistent operational strategy without significant pivots or changes in business focus.King Children offers a range of innovative products aimed at enhancing the development and well-being of children. Their central offerings focus on educational toys and digital applications designed to promote cognitive skills, creativity, and physical activity among young users. These products serve a variety of end-use cases, including early childhood education, sensory development, and recreational activities, with a strong emphasis on play-based learning. King Children targets a diverse client base that includes parents, educational institutions, and child care centers, primarily focusing on markets in North America and Europe. Their commitment to quality and safety standards ensures that all products meet rigorous testing criteria, making them a preferred choice for families and educators alike.Revenue generation for King Children is primarily structured through direct-to-consumer sales and partnerships with retailers and educational organizations. The company engages in subscription-based models for certain services, offering customers exclusive access to new product lines and educational content. Their flagship products, which encompass a range of educational toys and digital platforms, facilitate purchases through both online channels and brick-and-mortar stores. Pricing plans are tailored to different customer segments, with special discounts for educational institutions and bulk purchasing options available for retailers. This strategic approach allows King Children to maintain a steady revenue flow while expanding its reach in the competitive children's products market.King Children plans to leverage the recent USD 2 million raised in Seed funding to enhance product development and market reach. They aim to launch new innovative educational products in the upcoming year, specifically targeting enhancements in digital learning applications. The company is also considering expansion into additional markets in Europe and Asia by late 2024, focusing on regions with growing demand for educational tools. The funding will support these initiatives, ensuring product compliance with safety standards while broadening their customer base.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Nov 1, 2018, $2M — Relay Ventures, Great Oaks Venture Capital, Casper Sleep Inc., TGZ Capital

## Investors

- Relay Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/relay-ventures) — Seed
- Great Oaks Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/great-oaks-venture-capital) — Seed
- Casper Sleep Inc. — Seed
- TGZ Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tgz-capital) — Seed