Kidunified | Mission: Inclusion Puzzle

Created by Kidunified / Ashley Ferraro Kizis

A learning resource to teach what belonging is all about — with many cultures, ethnicities, disabilities, and gender expressions

Latest Updates from Our Project:

Kidunified | Fall 2024 Update : )
20 days ago – Fri, Nov 01, 2024 at 10:20:46 AM

Dear Kidunified Kickstarter Backers,

Can you believe it's been a year since you helped launch The Mission: Inclusion Puzzle? Your support kicked off an incredible journey!

I've recorded a quick video update to share our latest wins (and challenges) in our mission to show every child they deserve to belong:

Click Here to Watch the VIDEO

After watching the video, I will really appreciate you sharing the links below, to our products on Amazon -- so more families can build the puzzle together during the holidays:

🇺🇸 Amazon US

🇨🇦 Amazon Canada

And here's something simple but powerful you can do: your likes, comments, and reviews really help! Whether on Amazon or social media, every interaction helps boost Kidunified's visibility and gets our inclusive puzzles in front of more families.

Every share, every puzzle gifted, every comment helps us reach more children. 💕

Pieces + Love,
Ashley

Founder, Kidunified

P.S. Follow our journey on Instagram @kidunified - I'd love to stay connected with you!
 

Kidunified // Big News for a Little Startup!  Hint: *Free Shipping + a Discount = Teacher Appreciation Gift
5 months ago – Fri, Jun 21, 2024 at 08:47:00 AM

Dear Backers,

Thank you so much or emailing your photos and videos of your happy kiddos with their puzzles!  Please keep them coming my way!  They are so wonderful to receive. 

You already know: the NEW Mission: Inclusion Puzzle has arrived! 

And, we’ve made teaching, and learning, about EDI (equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility) easier and more fun for kids!

What you don’t know is….

Kidunified is NOW Available on Amazon.ca + Amazon.com! 

This means, more folks can have access to Kidunified even if their local toy store doesn’t stock our puzzles.  (And, we LOVE our local retailers!)

Have a look at Kidunified’s Amazon Storefront here! :

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0D4F92JKR?maas=maas_adg_9F8B0FA782F7DE8F41BFB9369B85806E_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas

To celebrate this milestone, purchase your teacher gift or summer fun activity with a discount right at the Amazon checkout!

*Plus, if you’re a Prime member, you get Free Shipping!  Terms and conditions apply.

 Whether you’re saying “Good-Bye” to an educator or saying “Hello” to a new one after the summer break, we know from experience that learning materials are ALWAYS appreciated!

Pieces + Love (+ Happy Pride!),

Kidunified

Kidunified // Be a Leader Backer Reward // 15-minute Zoom for You or Your Kid(s)!
6 months ago – Tue, Jun 04, 2024 at 08:48:22 AM

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Kidunified // Mission: Inclusion Puzzles have Arrived in Guelph, Ontario, Canada!
6 months ago – Thu, May 30, 2024 at 11:13:59 AM

Hello Everyone,

This is the email I have been waiting to send..

The puzzles have arrived here in Guelph ON, Canada!

I will begin shipping out the puzzles and making local deliveries tomorrow and over the weekend.  Note: puzzles will likely be picked up by the courier on Monday, as a pickup from the courier is unlikely tomorrow, and they only pickup on weekdays.  Thank you for understanding this.

Thank you very much for coming along with me on the journey to create truly inclusive puzzles for all kids!

There is much work ahead of me, as I work with organizations, schools, libraries and retailers.  Additionally, Kidunified will soon be launching on Amazon!

I hope you, and the kiddos in your life, enjoy the Mission: Inclusion Puzzle immensely!

Pieces + Love,

Ashley

PS I would love to see your photos with the puzzles!  Please email them to me for use on social media at: [email protected] or tag @kidunified .

PSS As always, let me know of any questions. 

Kidunified // Almost Home! Puzzles have Arrived in Toronto!
6 months ago – Fri, May 24, 2024 at 09:41:30 AM

Good afternoon Everyone,

Great news to end the week!  I have received an email confirming that the Mission: Inclusion Puzzle for Kids have arrived via rail in Toronto!  The cargo will now "line-up" for customs :)  So, as per how we all experience customs line ups, it could be quick, on-time, or slower than one hopes.  

I will be shipping out the puzzles to all of you, the Kickstarter Backers, first!!  Thank you so very much for being a part of this journey with me!  

I have found a discount shipping team with great pricing for both Canada and the US.  Pirate Ship is not yet in Canada, so please note that shipping from Canada to the US does cost a few extra dollars than shipping regionally.  As a bonus though: pricing is in CDN currency.

Next Steps: 

You will receive a notice(s) from BackerKit for one or some of the following:

  1. Confirm Address (please indicate a Guelph ON address if you want Free Delivery to an address within Guelph ON.  I have changed this in the backend already, for as many folks as I know of who have addresses here, or visit here frequently.)
  2. Shipping fees and  sales taxes will now be charged for the pledges.  Note: tax is already included in the shipping fees.
  3. Colouring Sheets will be sent digitally after the puzzles are shipped.
  4. I will connect with folks who pledged for a 15-minute call with the puzzle creator to book a time.  

Please feel free to email me if you have any questions.

I will connect again soon with a customs update!

Enjoy the weekend,

Ashley