Who wouldn’t want a well-read friend?

A cartoon that takes us into Mr. Elephant’s world. In five-minute episodes, the residents of Vila das Mil Folhas go on adventures and share the joy of learning through play with their friends.

Meet the gang

Each with their own personality, the characters show that nobody has to learn the same way.

Meet the gang

Mr. Elephant

The little big storyteller

A book lover with an amazing memory, Mr. Elephant is the gang’s kind leader. Curious, imaginative and a little bit clumsy, he is always ready to help his friends find answers — preferably in a good story.

CatchphraseEvery question deserves a good story!

Cacá

The cheerful, brave friend

Cacá is always running, jumping or making up a game. When the letters start to jumble because of her dyslexia, she can get frustrated and want to give up. With her friends’ support, she learns to breathe, try again and respect her own pace.

CatchphraseWhen everything starts to jumble, it’s time to stop, breathe and start again.

Léia

The gang’s art director

For Léia, life is one big movie. Expressive, charismatic and full of ideas, she turns any place into the set for a new adventure. She loves discovering unusual words and organizing the games, showing the gang the value of creativity and teamwork.

CatchphraseLights, camera, action... and ROOOAR!

Teté

The caring heart of the group

Calm, observant and in love with nature, Teté notices feelings and small details that others don’t always see. With gentleness and empathy, she helps her friends slow down, talk and find solutions together.

CatchphraseAlways alert... at my own little pace!

Patito

The athlete who never gives up

Patito wants to try every sport — even when his webbed feet make some adventures harder. Competitive, cheerful and persistent, he shows that falling, getting up and trying again is also part of learning.

CatchphraseIf it has wheels or a ball, Patito gives it his all!

Zezé

The scientist of small details

Gear at the ready and eyes wide open: Zezé is always looking for clues, observing nature and recording new discoveries. His focused, investigative way helps his friends see that a whole world is waiting for anyone who looks closely.

CatchphraseLook with care and there’s fun everywhere!

Quinquim Salabim

The inventor of the impossible

The youngest member of the gang is also the most unpredictable. With his starry cape and his “magic” objects, Quinquim turns ordinary situations into extraordinary adventures. His sense of wonder reminds everyone that imagining is a powerful way to discover the world.

CatchphraseIf it doesn’t exist yet, I’ll invent it, you bet!

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Learning can be an adventure!

Every day in Vila das Mil Folhas is different.

Starting from situations in children’s everyday lives, the episodes can help children talk about:

  • self-confidence
  • honesty
  • different ways of learning
  • friendship
  • teamwork
  • curiosity

The adventure goes on after the episode

  • Watch

    Short episodes full of discoveries and reflections.

  • Talk

    Starting from the themes of the episodes, children are encouraged to talk about feelings and getting along with others.

  • Read

    The stories spark curiosity about the world of books and show how reading can open the way to fun.

  • Play

    The episodes inspire activities, challenges and games that take the adventure beyond the screen.

For families

Content worth the time

A Turma do Elefante Letrado was created to entertain children and give families a starting point for good conversations.

These are short stories with charming characters and themes that can be explored further in reading and in moments shared at home.

Watch as a family

For educators

One story can open up many possibilities

At school, the episodes can inspire conversation circles, hands-on activities, reading and learning experiences suited to different age groups.

Partner schools get exclusive teaching sequences and materials aligned with Brazil’s national curriculum (BNCC), with learning objectives, activities and reading suggestions, so the stories continue beyond the screen.

Who else lives in Vila das Mil Folhas

  • Dona Rosa

    A warm and patient teacher, Dona Rosa helps the children understand their feelings and reminds them that respect is the foundation of getting along.

  • Scheila

    Mr. Elephant’s mother, Scheila brings together creativity, organization, technology and a love of books. She keeps the house — and the library — always ready to welcome the gang.

  • Ricardo

    Mr. Elephant’s father, Ricardo is a photographer, an explorer and the official adventure partner. From every trip he brings back new stories, maps and discoveries to share.

Frequently asked questions

What age is the series for?

A Turma do Elefante Letrado was designed especially for children aged 3 to 7, with stories that also invite families and educators to join in the reflections.

How long is each episode?

Each adventure lasts about five minutes — just enough to tell a good story and open the way to many conversations and games.

Where can I watch?

The episodes are available on the Elefante Letrado YouTube channel.

Can the episodes be used at school?

Yes. The stories have an educational focus and can support conversation circles, reading and projects on getting along, learning and social-emotional development.

Come visit Vila das Mil Folhas

Reading, science, sports, imagination, friendship and lots of adventures are waiting for you with A Turma do Elefante Letrado!

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