Ever wondered what it is like to be an adult? At KidZania in Mexico City, children’s dreams come true. This amazing park is a city built for kids. Here, they can role-play adult jobs and earn their own currency.
KidZania is not just any theme park. It is a real city made smaller. It has buildings, shops, theaters, and even moving cars. Children aged 4 to 14 can work in different branded activities. They can bottle Coca-Cola or work at McDonald’s. They can even be dentists sponsored by Crest.
As they work, children earn kidZos. KidZos are the currency of KidZania. They can save their money in the KidZania bank. Later, they can spend it at the gift shop or on other fun activities. Each child wears an electronic bracelet. This helps parents keep track of them.
The story of KidZania began with Xavier López Ancona. He is a Mexican entrepreneur. The first KidZania opened in Mexico City in 1999. It was first named La Ciudad de los Niños. That means The City of the Children. Corporate sponsors helped fund the park. They paid for 55% of the initial costs.
KidZania is designed to be educational. It teaches kids about different jobs. It also teaches them how to manage money. Role-playing helps them learn in a fun way. They learn about independence and how the world works.
There are mascots at KidZania. They are called the RightZKeepers. Urbano stands for the Right to Know. Vita represents the Right to Care. Bache is the Right to Play. Beebop embodies the Right to Create. Chika signifies the Right to Share. Bekha shows the Right to Be. These characters promote the values of KidZania. They want kids to be responsible citizens.
KidZania has grown to many locations around the world. You can find KidZania in Tokyo, Jakarta, Lisbon and Dubai. It is also in Seoul, Kuala Lumpur and Santiago. There are two KidZania locations in Mexico City. One is in Santa Fe. The other is in Cuicuilco.
At KidZania, the possibilities are endless. Kids can be firefighters putting out a blaze. They can be chefs making pizza. They can even be reporters broadcasting the news. The park is designed to be immersive. This helps children truly experience each role.
Parents do not need to worry. KidZania is a very secure place. Children are monitored closely. This allows parents to relax. They know their kids are safe and having fun.
KidZania is more than just entertainment. It is a place where children learn and grow. They gain confidence. They develop important life skills. They prepare to be great global citizens. So, next time you are in Mexico City, bring your kids to KidZania. Let them explore the adult world in a fun and safe way. They might just discover their dream job.