Our Story
Growing up in a Brazilian family, Portuguese was the language of home, spoken by my parents and an important part of our culture. I wanted my own children to have that same connection to such a beautiful language.
But finding Portuguese content made just for little ones wasn't easy. So I made it myself. Tico's Learning Tree is my way of bridging English and Portuguese for young learners everywhere, one joyful episode at a time.
Our Mission
At Tico's Learning Tree, our mission is simple: make Portuguese feel like an adventure. We believe language learning should start early, feel joyful, and be accessible to every family, which is why everything we create is completely free.
Through animated videos, singable chants, and printable activities, we're helping young children build a real connection to the Portuguese language, one episode at a time.
Meet the Characters
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Every episode features one of Tico's Amazonian friends. Together, they make learning feel like a visit to the rainforest.
Toucan — Amazon Rainforest
Tico
Tico is a friendly toucan and the host of every episode. He's calm, encouraging, and always ready to help little learners discover something new. Every adventure at the Learning Tree starts with him!
Tech Lead
Lola
Lola is a bright and colorful parrot with a big personality to match her feathers. She's expressive, energetic, and absolutely loves a good song. If there's fun happening, Lola is right in the middle of it!
Jaguar — Amazon Rainforest
Juma
Juma is a playful jaguar who does everything at full speed. She's enthusiastic, a little mischievous, and always the first to jump in, sometimes literally! Kids who love to move will love Juma.
Golden Lion Tamarin —
Atlantic Forest, Brazil
Pipoca
Pipoca is a tiny golden tamarin with enormous confidence. Silly, sweet, and wonderfully clumsy, Pipoca tackles every challenge with great enthusiasm and zero hesitation!
Capybara — Amazon Rainforest
Zezé
Zezé is a gentle, unhurried capybara who notices everything around him. Calm, thoughtful, and accidentally funny, he's proof that slow and steady wins every time.
Dear
Parents
Tico's Learning Tree is designed for children of all ages. All videos and printables are completely free.
New episodes and worksheets are added regularly, subscribe on YouTube so you never miss one!