Pokito facts for kids

Pokito is a special kind of reusable cup. It's super portable because you can fold it down very small, just a few centimeters tall! This means it fits easily into your pocket or a bag when you're not using it. A Canadian inventor named Andrew Brooks created Pokito.

How Pokito Was Invented

The idea for Pokito came to Andrew Brooks in 2006. He saw many trees being cut down to make paper, which made him think about how much paper we use for disposable cups. Around 2012, he started thinking about a reusable cup that could fold up.

Andrew then worked with engineers and designers. They helped him make his idea into a real product. In 2015, he applied for a patent for his invention. A patent is like an official document that says he invented it. He received the patent in December 2017.

After two years of developing the cup, Pokito was launched on a website called Kickstarter. Kickstarter is a way for people to help fund new ideas. Pokito was very popular and raised over £100,000!

What Does the Name Pokito Mean?

The name "Pokito" comes from the Spanish word "poquito," which means "a little." The spelling was changed to "ki" to make it easier to say. The name also sounds like the English word "pocket." This is a clever way to remind everyone that the cup is super easy to carry in your pocket!

What Makes Pokito Special?

Pokito is a reusable cup that you can fold up very small. This makes it easy to carry in your pocket or bag. But it's not just one size! You can unfold it into different sizes for your drink:

• Grande: This is the largest size, holding about 475 milliliters (16 ounces).
• Medio: This is a medium size, holding about 350 milliliters (12 ounces).
• Espresso: This is the smallest size, holding about 230 milliliters (8 ounces).

One cool thing about Pokito is that it doesn't leak. Even if there's a little bit of drink left inside, it stays sealed when you fold the cup.

Why Pokito Helps the Planet

Pokito was designed to help reduce the number of disposable cups we throw away. Using a reusable cup like Pokito helps save energy. If you use your Pokito cup more than 15 times, it helps save energy compared to using disposable cups.

The cup is made from a special type of rubber called thermoplastic elastomer. This material has been tested and is safe to use for drinks. Pokito cups are made entirely in the United Kingdom. The materials used are chosen to be strong and safe. The cups are made by a company called Omega Plastics and usually cost about £15 each.