Everyone deserves to feel calm in a chaotic world.

Calmer days, better sleep, and more resilience for kids and adults.

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Nine guided meditations. One button press.

Your child picks. Presses play. That's it.
Screen-free. Works for any age. No wifi needed.

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How It Works

That's it. That's the whole process.

No apps. No WiFi. No setup.

FOUNDED WITH LOVE

A Gift From One Childhood To Another

I was four when night terrors began stealing my sleep. A patient psychologist taught me meditation, session by session, breath by breath. She gave me the ability to calm my own heart.

Thirty years later, I wanted to give my own kids what she gave me—but in a way they could hold in their hands. Their own source of calm. No screens. No waiting for permission.

Every Zenimal carries that gift forward.

— Anna

Founder & Mom

Why Screen-Free Isn't Just A Feature—It's The Whole Point

the phone should be facing the child.
1

No Decision Fatigue

When faced with 47 app choices like YouTube and games, meditating loses out.

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2

Blue Light Kills Sleep

Screens indicate daytime to the brain. Meditation apps hinder sleep by using the device meant for wakefulness.

3

Ownership = Consistency

Their turtle, not mom's phone. Kids who own their calm tool use it 3x more consistently.

This is why hospitals and schools choose Zenimal over apps. The delivery mechanism is the treatment.

Pick Your Zenimal

All devices are screen-free. All include guided meditations and sleep sounds. All work offline.

  • Original Zenimal Kids

    Preloaded meditations on swappable memory card, no WiFi/BLE required.

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  • Original Zenimal Teen/Adult

    Swapable memory card, WiFi/BLE free device with tracks for teens and adults.

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  • NEW Zenimal Connect Calm

    Customize the nightlight and upload new content or create your own.

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"Why Not Just Use My Phone?"

Here's what parents tell us:

"I tried playing meditation apps on my phone, but my daughter kept asking to watch videos afterward. With Zenimal, she just presses play and settles down. No battles, no negotiations."

Samantha L.

Samantha L.

Zenimal Can Go Anywhere →

  • Home

    Create calm in everyday moments.

  • School

    Support focus and self-regulation.

  • Hospital

    Comfort in moments that matter most.

  • On the go

    Peace wherever life takes you.

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What Meditation Actually Does For Kids

Falls Asleep Faster

Teaches them to quiet their mind instead of counting sheep for an hour.

Handles Big Feelings

Gives them a tool when emotions feel too big. They learn 'I can calm myself down.'

Improves Focus

Practicing attention during meditation builds the muscle for homework and listening.

Builds Confidence

Every time they self-soothe, they prove to themselves: 'I can handle this.'

Reduces Anxiety

Clinically proven: 83% show measurable anxiety reduction.

Creates Independence

They don't need you to fix it. They have their own tool for calm.

These aren't just nice ideas. They're backed by clinical research and 90,000+ families.

Read the peer-reviewed study →

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What Our Customers Say

Real voices. Real calm. Real impact.

  • My daughter is 6 and has a lot of anxiety about being alone at night. Her Zenimal turtle is making a real difference for her - she's practicing mindfulness at night when she wakes in the dark. The voice on the meditation card is so relaxing. I'm so glad to have this option for her without relying on leaving her a tablet at night. Thank you!
    Claire D.
  • The Zenimal revolutionized our lives. My daughter was going on 8 years old and was still waking every night to wake me, because she couldn't sleep. From the 1st night using the Zenimal to now she has been able to get to sleep quickly and stay asleep. It's been 3 months and she's only woke 1 night... Amazing!
    Wendy B.
  • This has been an amazing night and day change in my six-year-old daughter‘s bedtime routine. She’s now sleeping in her own bed through the night. We also use this during timeouts to relax her and refocus. I can’t say enough good things about it!! Absolutely worth the money
    Melissa S.
  • My 9 year old loves her Zenimal! She uses it every single night. She says it calms her down and helps her sleep. It can go a while without having to be charged. It’s definitely something I would repurchase, gift and recommend. THANK YOU.
    Ashley B.
  • I'm 60 and LOVE my Zenimal! Use it every night. I quiets the mind, helps relax the body and doesn't get lost in bed.
    Beverly K.
  • My daughter loves her Zenimal! She uses it mostly to help her wind down at night so she can sleep easier, and to mediate with when she gets upset. Her Zenimal has been brought to her 4th grade class twice now for their weekly social and emotional behavior learning. It has been a hit with her teacher and classmates, too.
    Lauren S.
  • I ordered Zenimals for our school, so that each classroom would have their own. Each class named their special turtle and they are using Zenimals everyday in the classroom. They are a wonderful addition!
    Kara J.
  • This was an answered prayer. My son with ADHD struggles to fall asleep. I have been so worried about him getting the amount of sleep he needs. He loves his turtle. He request it every night and I can tuck him in and he stays in bed until he falls asleep on his own. We don’t have to use melatonin anymore! When he gets upset we use the other meditations as well. Best purchase ever!
    Lindsey T.
  • 4 years agoI am a teacher of students with trauma based behavior challenges. I used this every day to take them from 60 to 0 in just one meditation. I love how it reminds them that they are good kids at the end. I would recommend this to anyone who has trouble sleeping, has lots of stress in their lives or just needs to learn how to relax. An amazing purchase well worth every penny.
    Shirley H.

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FAQs

Zenimal Device

1. What is Zenimal?

A screen-free device designed to help children, adolescents and adults cultivate mindfulness through 9 guided meditations.

2. Is there volume control?

Yes, the Zenimal volume control is on either side of the power button.

3. What color does the Zenimal Kids come in?

The Zenimal Kids comes with a teal shell. We offer four other colors sold separately here.

4. Why are the additional meditation cards so expensive?

We believe in fairly compensating the writers, voiceover artists, and musicians who bring our meditations to life. Each set of nine meditations costs about the same as two children’s books, reflecting both their value and the care that goes into creating them.

5. How long are the meditations?

Preloaded meditation tracks range from 3 to 15 minutes and include relaxing music that continues for three minutes after the guided portion ends. You can listen to sample meditations on the product page here. Longer variations of meditations and soothing sounds are available through our Additional Meditation Cards.

6. Is the unit waterproof?

No, the device is not waterproof. Do not ever submerge Zenimal Kids in water.

The silicone cover can be removed and washed with mild soap and water. BE SURE THE COVER IS COMPLETELY DRY BEFORE PLACING BACK ON THE BASE UNIT. Watch our YouTube How To Clean a Zenimal video.

7. How do I charge and check battery life on Zenimal?

The base unit has a battery Status LED light to check battery life. If the battery is below 10%, the LED will flash red for 15 seconds when unit is powered on. The supplied micro-USB cord is used for battery charging, which takes three hours for a full charge.

8. Is there a warranty?

Refer to our warranty policy here.

9. Is Zenimal Kids safe to leave in the child’s room?

Yes, it has been tested and meets all government regulations for children's products. Headphone use should be supervised by an adult, especially at night.

10. Is the unit portable?

Yes, Zenimal is small and weighs only 6.3 ounces, making it easy to transport to school, work, extracurricular activities, etc.

11. How is the Zenimal device powered?

It is powered by a rechargeable battery that has an 7-hour playtime capacity between charges. It is operational when charging.

12. What certifications does Zenimal Kids have?

Zenimal Kids has passed CE, WEEE, CP65, FCC, CPSC, CPC, EMC, UN-Dot 38.3, and RoHS.

13. Is the decibel range safe for my child’s hearing?

Yes, the built-in speaker is safe for children. If using headphones, children should be supervised for volume control or use decibel regulated children’s headphones.

Zenimal Connect

1. What is Zenimal Connect?

Zenimal Connect is a screen-free meditation device that provides guided meditations, soothing music, and sleep tracks through a simple, portable audio player. It features a built-in speaker, earphone jack, customizable content through a companion app, nightlight, and haptic feedback.

2. Do I need the app to use Zenimal?

No, the app is not required to start using the device. Zenimal comes preloaded with default meditation and background music tracks and works independently. The app is a companion tool for customizing content, managing tracks, and accessing AI-generated meditations.

3. How do I turn the device on and off?

Hold the Power button for three seconds to turn Zenimal on or off. During power-up or power-down, a greeting chime and animation will play.

4. What comes in the box?

Zenimal Connect device, USB-C charging cable, and quick start guide.

5. How many meditation buttons does Zenimal have?

Zenimal has 8 meditation buttons. Each button can be assigned to a different meditation track.

6. What do the different buttons do?
  • Power button: Powers device on/off, switches background music tracks, pauses/resumes meditation
  • 8 meditation buttons: Each plays a specific meditation track
  • Volume buttons: Adjust volume up or down
  • Nightlight button: Controls the nightlight brightness
  • NFC tag: For easy app pairing
7. How do the 3 operating modes work?
  1. Greeting Mode: Activates automatically during power-up/power-down with a chime and animation
  2. Background Mode: Plays background music automatically after greeting or when charging after a meditation ends
  3. Meditation Mode: Plays meditation tracks when you press a meditation button
8. How do I use the nightlight?

Short press the nightlight button to turn it on. Continue pressing to toggle between four settings: off, high brightness, medium brightness, and low brightness. Note: The nightlight turns off automatically while connecting to the app.

9. Can I lock the device?

Yes. Hold both volume buttons for 3 seconds to lock or unlock the device. A quick vibration and flash of the volume buttons signals successful lock/unlock. While locked, the device is unresponsive to all button presses.

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