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Ladybug playground

Ladybug playground

Ladybug playground was founded in 2022 by Manel Drareni, a passionate artist and storyteller with a Master's degree in Sustainable Architecture.

Manel recognized the power of visual narratives in shaping young minds and set out to create a space where creativity, education, and sustainability intersect.

Her vision for Ladybug playground is to provide high-quality, visually stunning, and educational content that resonates with children, parents, and educators alike.

What we do

At Ladybug playground, we create inspiring educational resources and illustrations that captivate young minds and support educators in making learning a joyful adventure.




Quality Educational Products


Explore our collection of downloadable digital resources and beautifully printed books tailored for children’s educational needs.

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Custom Illustration Services


Collaborate with our skilled illustrator to improve your educational materials and children’s literature with captivating visuals.

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Our Journey so far

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What to expect from us


Quality


We are committed to producing content that meets the highest standards of educational value and visual appeal.


Creativity


We are driven by a passion for creating unique and engaging content that captivates children.


Collaboration


We work closely with a network of professionals to ensure that our products are well-rounded and accessible.




Our Mission


For Parents and Teachers: We offer a diverse range of digital and physical educational products designed to captivate young minds and foster a love for learning. Our carefully crafted materials cover literacy, culture, mathematics, and more, ensuring that children receive a well-rounded and engaging education. Explore Art - Culture - Culture - Literacy / Books



For Educational Publishers, Curriculum Developers and Educational Tech Companies: Our talented illustrator provides wonderful illustration services for educational projects. Whether you are developing a new curriculum, designing interactive tech content, creating inspiring educational materials for classrooms, or publishing children's books, we bring your vision to life with creativity and precision.

We can help you!

We can help you!

Educational Publishers

1. Children's Book Illustration


Children's book illustration bring words to life with colorful images that add depth and emotion. They engage children's imagination, make characters and scenes feel real, and improve understanding for a memorable experience.



Purpose


Illustrations bring stories to life, making them engaging and accessible for young readers.

Format


Combines colorful illustrations with text, creating an enjoyable storytelling for kids.

Usage


Used by educators to support vocabulary learning, and keep young readers interested.

Scope


Applied to the entire book to support storytelling from beginning to end.

1.1. Infants to toddlers (0-3 years)

• ABC Books

• Counting Books

• Nursery Rhymes

• Concept Books

• Picture Books

(simple, repetitive text or wordless)

• Board Books

(durable, age-appropriate content)

1.2. Preschoolers (3-5 years)

• Bedtime stories

• Picture books

(richer narratives, simple plot)

• Rhyming books

(narrative-based, language development)

1.3. Early readers (5-7 years)

• Early reader books

(simple sentences, larger text)

• Picture books

(for independent reading, slightly more text)

• Silent picture books

(for imaginative storytelling)

Process

Step 1: Rough sketches

1• Characters Sketch

2• Pages Sketch (Storyboard)

Step 2: Rough colors

3• Characters in Colors (Basic)

4• Color Placement on Pages (Basic)

Step 3: Final work

5• Final Pages

6• Book Cover Illustration and Design

7• Book Formatting

Independant services

• Book Cover Design

• Custom Endpapers and Title Pages

• Full-Book Sketches

• Full-Page Illustrations

• Spot Illustrations

• Spread Illustrations

• Vignette Illustrations

Create stories that kids will love for years to come.

Joyful illustrations, unforgettable books.

Curriculum Developers

2. Curriculum Illustration


An illustrated curriculum is a complete teaching resource that blends detailed images with text, making lessons more engaging and enhancing the overall learning experience.



Purpose


Educational program that integrates visuals in the process for a grade level.

Format


Has a wide range of materials such as lesson plans, worksheets, textbooks, etc.

Usage


Used by educators as a framework, offering structure and content for a subject.

Scope


Covers a subject over time, like a unit on ecosystems with lessons and activities.

2.1. Study Book Illustration


They include characters that add personality, charts and diagrams that clarify information, and scenes that bring lessons to life.

• Character Illustration

• Charts and Diagrams

• Concept Illustration

• Infographics and Maps

• Puzzles and Games

• Scenes Illustration

2.2. Classroom Resources Illustration


Tools to support teaching and learning. These include activities for hands-on practice, decorations for the classroom and resources for memorization.

• Activity Sheets

• Cultural and Seasonal Decor

• Educational Posters

• Flashcards

2.3. Additional Materials


Extra support and creativity in the classroom. These include class materials for communication, motivation and celebratory activities.

• Class Postcards

• Crown Templates

• Planner Templates

• Reward Stickers

Transform your curriculum with fun and effective illustrations.

Engaging illustrations, memorable lessons.

Educational Tech Companies

3. Children's Illustration For User Interface


In the digital age, captivating visuals are key to creating engaging and interactive learning experiences. Our illustrations help tech companies craft enjoyable and effective educational content for kids.



Purpose


Makes educational content fun and easy for kids while using apps and games.

Format


Includes bright, engaging images for educational apps, websites, and interactive tools.

Usage


Used in kids' educational apps and websites to clarify concepts, guide learning.

Scope


Suitable for all educational apps and website content aimed at children.

3.1. Online Teaching


Structured visual content designed for online courses, interactive lessons, and educational tutorials.

• Character/Avatars

• Graphics and Shapes

• Instructional Buttons

• Learning Activity Scenes

• Lesson Illustration

3.2. Educational Apps


Visuals and interactive elements tailored for dynamic platforms such as websites and online tools.

• Background Illustration

• Characters/Avatars

• Charts and Diagrams

• Icons and Buttons

3.3. Learning Games Apps


Interactive games and reward systems designed to motivate students through fun, competitive learning experiences.

• Game Character

• Game Scenes

• Rewards and Badges

• User Interface Elements

Make your digital content exciting and useful for kids

Digital illustrations, effective learning

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Looking for a way to boost your content with children's illustration? This consultation is designed just for you! We’ll chat about your project, and I’ll offer insights on how I can help. Afterward, I’ll put together custom pricing options based on what we discuss.


No pricing talk during the session—just a relaxed conversation to explore how I can support your goals.


At Ladybug playground, we create fun and educational resources, along with custom illustrations that make learning a joyful adventure. Whether you're looking to support your educational content or bring your stories to life, I've got you covered!


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