A gentle, story-driven approach to emotional learning and early digital literacy for families and educators
(Isstories Editorial):- Bucuresti, Romania Jan 22, 2026 (Issuewire.com) – In a time when children are growing up surrounded by technology, screens, and rapid digital change, the educational project Toki & Bloki introduces a new, gentle way to help children understand emotions, values, trust, and how systems work together–without technical pressure or complex terminology.
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Toki & Bloki is a lovingly designed story universe for children aged approximately 4 to 7 years, combining storytelling, illustrated characters, card games, and educational materials. At its heart, the project supports emotional intelligence, social values, and early system thinking–presented in a calm, playful, and age-appropriate way.
A World Where Feelings Have a Voice
The story takes place in the Valley of Sparks, a fantasy world made of glowing paths, small energy droplets, safe houses, and connecting routes. Each element symbolizes real-world ideas–such as cooperation, responsibility, and trust–without ever requiring children to understand technical concepts.
Every character represents an emotion or value:
- Joy stands for curiosity, energy, and shared happiness
- Trusti represents openness, courage, and letting go
- Calmi brings calm, balance, and emotional safety
- Worri reflects care, caution, and the desire to protect
- Suri (Surprise) celebrates unexpected moments and wonder
- Connecti stands for friendship and togetherness
- Jali (Jealousy) explores comparison and insecurity
- Knaki, a complex character, shows that mistakes happen–and that responsibility and trust can be rebuilt
Together, these characters guide children through emotional situations they recognize from everyday life.
Learning Without Pressure
Rather than explaining abstract concepts directly, Toki & Bloki lets children experience them:
- Emotions are not judged as “good” or “bad,” but understood as signals and guides
- Cooperation and trust are shown through stories and shared challenges
- Systems work because every part has a role–when something is missing, balance is lost
This approach supports:
- Emotional awareness and empathy
- Cause-and-effect thinking
- Social responsibility and teamwork
- A positive, curiosity-driven relationship with technology
For Children, Parents, and Educators
Toki & Bloki is designed as a shared experience:
- Children feel seen, safe, and encouraged
- Parents gain a natural conversation bridge to emotions and modern topics
- Educators receive story-based tools for early learning and discussion
The project avoids fear-based messaging and instead promotes emotional security, clarity, and confidence–laying a foundation for lifelong learning.
From Story to Play: Books, Cards, and Figures
The universe extends beyond books:
- Illustrated storybooks
- Emotion-based card games
- Collectible figures and educational materials
- Planned physical products such as soft toys and learning accessories
Each format reinforces the same core values: understanding, trust, cooperation, and curiosity.
Founder Profile: Markus Goffin
Markus Goffin is the creator and founder of Toki & Bloki. With a professional background spanning education, communication, quality management, and system-based thinking, he has spent years working at the intersection of people, processes, and technology.
Driven by the belief that emotional understanding must come before technical understanding, Markus developed Toki & Bloki as a values-first educational universe–one that helps children grow up confident, empathetic, and curious about the world around them.
“Toki & Bloki was created to give children something I believe is essential today: emotional safety, clear values, and the feeling that complex worlds can be understood–step by step, together.”
Markus Goffin lives and works in Romania and develops the project with an international perspective, addressing families and educators across Europe and beyond.
Looking Ahead
The project is currently expanding its reach through:
- International publication
- Multilingual content (German, English, Romanian)
- Educational partnerships
- Carefully designed physical products
Toki & Bloki aims to become a trusted companion for families navigating emotions and modern life–one story at a time.
Markus Goffin
Founder – Toki & Bloki
Bucharest, Romania
Website: https://tokiandbloki.com/




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