Elarium
The Towers of Memory
This is where important memories live. Some are sad, but all of them are part of the story
The River of Change
Its current is very strong, but if you stay brave, it can lead you to a wondrous place
Mountains of Feelings
Powerful and daunting, just like our emotions. But once you reach the peak — you feel light and free
I would like to give special thanks to the talented designer Diana Shakerova for her help in creating Elarium, as well as for her support, inspiration, and endless belief in me.
Special thanks to child and family psychologist Anya Maselkevich — for helping ensure this story remains gentle and mindful of children’s feelings.
The Elarium project grew out of personal experience — moving to a new country and my daughter Dominika’s journey of adapting to a new school and a new life.
That is how Elarium was born — a world imagined by my daughter. She became the inspiration for the main character and the heart of the entire story.
In that moment, I realized that stories and play could help children navigate difficult times, understand their feelings, and find their footing once again.
Thank you for becoming a part of this story!
Special Thanks
Elarium
An interactive journey helping children embrace their feelings and find their way through life's changes
Welcome home
Elarium is a bright, cozy, and magical world filled with wonderous places and mythical creatures
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has felt a deep connection to this world since she was very small: she understood the language of its dwellers and knew its every corner
Leva
But one day, everything changed
They represent the collective image of changes that shift a child's familiar world. It could be a move, a new school, or the loss of a loved one
The Shadows
quietly entered Leva’s world, and everything became different
The Shadows
Fear
A child may be afraid of new places, new people, or that things will never be the same as before. Fear can show itself through silence, anxiety, or withdrawal.
Sadness
Sadness comes when you have to say goodbye to your home, your friends, or your familiar routine. It is a warm feeling where the very best memories live.
Anger
Anger can appear when a child feels unfairness, loses control, or cannot express that they are in pain. Often, other feelings — like fear or confusion — are hidden behind anger.
When everything changes, feelings arise inside that are difficult to understand
What is happening to me?
My world is different now, and I don’t understand it…
Sweet Leva, your world has changed, and you feel so scared and alone…
But what you are feeling —
Change is not the end
Come with me
Come with me
is okay
I will help you
You are stronger now
Caring for others and helping them gives you inner strength and teaches you how to face difficulties
Helping Others
Help this creature find some warmth.
Find something that can light the spark in its bowl.
Find something that can light the spark in its bowl.
Hover over the children to discover their stories
You are not alone
These children are also going through changes
I am Lika
When I first got glasses, I was shy and kept them hidden. One day during a test, I couldn't see what was written on the board, so I had to put them on. When my classmates saw me, they simply said, "They look good on you!" I realized I had worried for nothing, and I’ve been wearing my glasses ever since
I am Misha
After we moved, I was scared at school: I didn’t know anyone, and everyone else was already friends. I thought I would be all alone. But one day in the cafeteria, I accidentally picked up someone else’s tray — everyone laughed, we started talking, and that’s how we became friends
I am Tom
We all used to live together, but now I only see my Dad on weekends. I used to think we wouldn't be a family anymore. Но then I realized that Mom and Dad still love me just as much — we just have two homes now. And that means I get twice as many fun weekends!
I am Sophia
My grandmother always read me fairy tales before bed. One day she was gone, and I missed her so much. But then I started re-reading our favorite stories. It turned out that she is still with me — in my heart and in the tales we loved
Elarium has changed
When life changes, the world inside changes too.
Changes can be scary. But by helping others, overcoming fear, and exploring a new world, you realize that any trial can be faced — and something good is waiting ahead
Changes can be scary. But by helping others, overcoming fear, and exploring a new world, you realize that any trial can be faced — and something good is waiting ahead
Now these runes are your helpers through change too.
Hover over the symbols
Hover over the symbols
On this journey, Leva found magical runes
When you share your feelings, you can count on support and see that you are not alone
By trying new things, you become more confident
Changes can be hard, but over time, it gets easier
With a friend, it’s always easier to overcome obstacles and go through changes
By helping someone else, you learn how to handle difficulties yourself
All feelings are okay, and you can live through them
Hope
Friendship
Support
Caring
Courage
Acceptance
Your journey is about to begin
Just a moment...
