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<blockquote>''Webkinz Jr. is a website that encourages children aged 3-6 to imagine, explore, and learn. With a host of friendly characters, and a neighborhood full of familiar places, Webkinz Jr. is the perfect place for a kid to play!'' -Webkinz Jr.</blockquote> |
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[[File:Webkinz jr logo 2.png|300px|right]] |
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<blockquote>''"Lots to love, lots to learn."'' </blockquote> |
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'''Webkinz Jr.''' was the preschool counterpart of [[Webkinz]]. It was intended to be a more educational site for a younger audience of children aged 3-6. |
'''Webkinz Jr.''' was the preschool counterpart of [[Webkinz]]. It was intended to be a more educational site for a younger audience of children aged 3-6. |
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==History== |
==History== |
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The first Webkinz Jr. pets were released in April 2009 when they appeared in the [[Ganz eStore]]. The site's construction took some time, but [[Webkinz Newz]] announced the site was ready on April 2, 2009, although the tour and other parts of the site were ready before then. Webkinz Jr. pets cost $25.00 USD MSRP both as a plush and in the eStore. |
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[[Image:Webkinzjrpettag.png|thumb|Webkinz Jr. pet code]][[File:comingsoon1.png|thumb]] |
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Ganz stated in March 2011 that Webkinz Jr. would continue to be supported, but had no further plans to make more pets.<ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20110308103428/webkinzinsider.com/ Ganz Changing Monthly Webkinz Plush Line-Up Further *UPDATED* - Webkinz Insider]</ref> |
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The first Webkinz Jr. pets were released in April 2009 when they appeared in the [[Ganz eStore]] (code only for $25.00). A list of pets are listed [[Webkinz Jr/Pets|here]] and the [http://www.webkinzjr.com/official website]. The site's construction took some time, but [[Webkinz Newz]] announced the site was ready on April 2, 2009, although the tour and other parts of the site were ready before then. Webkinz Jr. pets cost $25.00 in most stores. |
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As of January 31st, 2018, Webkinz Jr. has shut down and is no longer in service.<ref>https://web.archive.org/web/20180129213012/http://www.webkinzjr.com:80/</ref> |
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Ganz put an emphasis on pet emotions (sleepy, hungry etc.) and advertised heavily around the Webkinz site. |
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==Features== |
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As of January 31st, 2018, Webkinz Jr. is no longer in service and is shut down.<ref>https://web.archive.org/web/20180129213012/http://www.webkinzjr.com:80/</ref> Accessing it leads to a 404 not found message. |
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[[Image:Webkinzjrpettag.png|thumb|Webkinz Jr. pet code]] |
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Ganz put an emphasis on pet emotions (sleepy, hungry etc.) and advertised heavily around the Webkinz Jr. site. |
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In the Parent's Area, users could change their pet's names, manage their account, and adjust the difficulty levels. |
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[[Image:Cartoon Webkinz Jr.png|thumb|Three of the main pets.]] |
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Like Webkinz, Webkinz Jr. had a "Deluxe Membership" subscription service that allowed users and parents to access more features on the site.<ref>https://webkinznewz.ganzworld.com/newz-blog/?s=webkinz+jr.&cat=-1&Sort=3</ref> For Webkinz Jr., this included a faster rotation of Playhouse games, Daily Surprises at the Caring Center, more Little Acorn Academy activities, and a new activity at the Park. For the Parent's Area, this included the ability for parents to view detailed reports on their child's playtime, create a to-do list of activities, and download learning printables. |
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==Features== |
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Like Webkinz, Webkinz Jr. had a "Deluxe Membership" subscription service that allowed users and parents to access more features on the site.<ref>https://webkinznewz.ganzworld.com/newz-blog/?s=webkinz+jr.&cat=-1&Sort=3</ref> |
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==Areas== |
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Players could access several areas, starting from their Home. Areas would change appearances depending on the season. |
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In February 2010, a new area was added that could be accessed by clicking the school bus.<ref>http://web.archive.org/web/20100503203235/http://www.webkinznewz.com/wp-mu/2010/02/webkinz-jr-time-to-take-a-field-trip-in/#more-11224</ref> |
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===Home=== |
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Every home contained a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, playroom, and front and back yard. |
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In the playroom, pets could play with toys and watch TV. |
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===Caring Center=== |
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Ran by [[Miss Biscuits]]. |
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===Kinzpost Office=== |
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===Little Acorn Academy=== |
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The school. Taught by [[Miss Lily]] the rabbit. |
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===Park=== |
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Hosted by [[Ranger Kenny]] the moose. |
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===Playhouse=== |
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A tree house where players can play arcade games. Hosted by [[Clover]], a sheep girl. |
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===Rosie's Bakery=== |
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A bakery ran by [[Rosie]] and her husband [[Burt]]. Rosie's Bakery was added as part of an update in December 2009.<ref>[https://webkinznewz.ganzworld.com/announcements/rosie-s-bakery-is-open-for-business/ Rosie’s Bakery is Open for Business! | WKN: Webkinz Newz]</ref> |
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===W-Shop=== |
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==Pets== |
==Pets== |
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[[Image:Cartoon Webkinz Jr.png|thumb]] |
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===First Set=== |
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The first set of pets that were released were the Blue Puppy,Brown Monkey, Tan Puppy, Orange Kitty, Pink Puppy and Purple Monkey. |
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===First Set=== |
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The first set released March 2009. |
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<gallery> |
<gallery> |
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File: |
File:BrownDog 150 150.png|Tan Puppy<br>WJ100 |
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File: |
File:PinkDog 150 150.png|Pink Puppy<br>WJ101 |
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File:BlueDog 150 150.png|Blue Puppy<br>WJ102 |
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File:BrownMonkey 150 150.png|Brown Monkey<br>WJ103 |
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File: |
File:PurpleMonkey 150 150.png|Purple Monkey<br>WJ104 |
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File: |
File:OrangeCat 150 150.png|Orange Kitty<br>WJ108 |
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</gallery> |
</gallery> |
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===Second Set=== |
===Second Set=== |
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The second set |
The second set released January 2010. |
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<gallery> |
<gallery> |
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File: |
File:Elephant 150 150.png|Grey Elephant<br>WJ107 |
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File:PinkBunny 150 150.png|Pink Bunny |
File:PinkBunny 150 150.png|Pink Bunny<br>WJ112 |
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File:Tanbear 150 150.png|Tan Bear<br>WJ114 |
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File: |
File:BlueBunny 150 150.png|Blue Bunny<br>WJ115 |
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File: |
File:Giraffe 150 150.png|Giraffe<br>WJ113 |
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File: |
File:Frog 150 150.png|Frog<br>WJ105 |
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</gallery> |
</gallery> |
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===Third Set=== |
===Third Set=== |
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The third and final set released June 2010. |
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The third and final set that released included smaller plushes, similar to Lil'Kinz. They were the Small Mouse, Small Bunny, Small Elephant, Small Kitten, Small Giraffe, and Small Puppy. |
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<gallery> |
<gallery> |
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File: |
File:SpottedPuppy 150 150.png|Small Puppy<br>WJS200 |
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File: |
File:GreyKitty 150 150.png|Small Kitten<br>WJS201 |
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File: |
File:CreamBunny 150 150.png|Small Bunny<br>WJS202 |
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File: |
File:WhiteMouse 150 150.png|Small Mouse<br>WJS203 |
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File: |
File:PinkElephant 150 150.png|Small Elephant<br>WJS204 |
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File:SmallGiraffe 150 150.png|Small Giraffe<br>WJS205 |
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</gallery> |
</gallery> |
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==Gallery== |
==Gallery== |
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<gallery> |
<gallery> |
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File: |
File:Jrfirstplushset.png|Plushes of the first set of pets. |
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File:Main image jr.jpg|Site banner. |
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File:wjrmap.png|Map of the Webkinz Jr. world |
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File:WebkinzJrMapSummerView.png|Webkinz Jr. map (summer) |
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File:WebkinzJrMapFallView.png|Webkinz Jr. map (fall) |
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File:WebkinzJrMapSpringView.png|Webkinz Jr. map (spring) |
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</gallery> |
</gallery> |
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===Coloring Book=== |
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This page lists pets that were adoptable in [[Webkinz Jr.]], a game by Ganz that was created for children aged 3-6. |
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The Webkinz Jr. website had a free coloring book PDF up for download. |
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[[File:Blue Puppy.png]]<br/> |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0001.jpg |
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'''Blue Puppy''': You’ll never be blue with this cool doggy! The Blue Puppy is soft, gentle, and loves to have fun playing games and visiting lots of friends all around the neighborhood. Take home this roly-poly puppy today! |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0002.jpg |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0003.jpg |
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[[File:Brown Monkey.png]]<br/> |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0004.jpg |
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'''Brown Monkey''': Get ready to monkey around! With the mischievous Brown Monkey, you never know what will happen next! The Brown Monkey is always up for some fun – especially a trip to the park to play. You’ll have more fun than a barrel of monkeys! |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0005.jpg |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0006.jpg |
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[[File:Brown Puppy.png]]<br/> |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0007.jpg |
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'''Tan Puppy''' : With gentle eyes and soft tan fur, you know you’ve found a friend in the Tan Puppy. This sweet doggy is looking for a forever home with a caring pal. Will you take care of this little pup? |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0008.jpg |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0009.jpg |
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[[File:Orange Kitty.png]]<br/> |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0010.jpg |
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'''Orange Kitty''': If there’s one pet that’s purr-fect for you, it’s the Orange Kitty. As bright and sunny as its lovely orange fur, this charming cat is sure to win your heart and make every day a beautiful one! |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0011.jpg |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0012.jpg |
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[[File:Pink Puppy.png]]<br/> |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0013.jpg |
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'''Pink Puppy''': The Pink Puppy has fur the color of bubblegum and a personality that is every bit as sweet. The Pink Puppy is friendly, adorable, and loves to learn and play lots of games. This dear doggie is sure to follow you wherever you go! |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0014.jpg |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0015.jpg |
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[[File:Purple Monkey.png]]<br/> |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0016.jpg |
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'''Purple Monkey''': With the Purple Monkey, you know you’re in for some serious monkey business! Purple Monkeys love to laugh, play, and explore their neighborhood. When you have a Purple Monkey, you can go bananas! |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0017.jpg |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0018.jpg |
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[[File:Frog_150_150.png]]<br/> |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0019.jpg |
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'''Frog''': It's easy being green when you're a Webkinz Jr. Frog! Pick up this flipper-footed friend and get ready to have loads of froggy fun! |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0020.jpg |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0021.jpg |
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[[File:Elephant_150_150.png]]<br/> |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0022.jpg |
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'''Grey Elephant''': If you like BIG fun, the Grey Elephant is the friend for your child. With a gigantic heart and a sweet smile, we know you'll love this pet! |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0023.jpg |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0024.jpg |
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[[File:PinkBunny_150_150.png]]<br/> |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0025.jpg |
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'''Pink Bunny''': With rose-colored fur and an equally rosy personality, the Pink Bunny is sure to win your heart. There's nothing this softie wouldn't do for a friend. |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0026.jpg |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0027.jpg |
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[[File:BlueBunny_150_150.png]]<br/> |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0028.jpg |
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'''Blue Bunny''': Looking to meet some bunny special? Look no further than this floppy-eared friend! You'll have a blast hopping all over the neighborhood! |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0029.jpg |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0030.jpg |
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[[File:Giraffe_150_150.png]] [[File:Giraffe_150_150_(1).png]]<br/> |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0031.jpg |
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'''Giraffe''': It's pretty easy to spot the Giraffe in a crowd! With a gentle personality and a curious nature, giraffes enjoy exploring and being with their friends. |
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File:Colouring_Book_page-0032.jpg |
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</gallery> |
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[[File:Tanbear_150_150.png]]<br/> |
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'''Tan Bear''': This Tan Bear is one sweet teddy! Take one look into those dark eyes and you'll see your very best friend looking back. |
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[[File:CreamBunny_150_150.png]]<br/> |
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'''Bunny''': With a hop and a jump, the Bunny is off and ready to play! Bunnies have lots of energy and great imaginations! |
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[[File:GreyKitty_150_150.png]]<br/> |
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'''Kitten''': Never short on curiosity, the Kitten loves to explore, have adventures, and most of all...play! |
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[[File:PinkElephant_150_150.png]]<br/> |
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'''Elephant''': You'll be tickled pink when you befriend this fantastic Elephant! You'll always have fun with a big-hearted pal like this one. |
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[[File:SpottedPuppy_150_150.png]]<br/> |
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'''Puppy''': With a winning personality and boundless energy, this friendly puppy is simply the perfect pal! |
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==External Links== |
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[[File:WhiteMouse_150_150.png]]<br/> |
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* [https://web.archive.org/web/20130429063123/http://www.webkinzjr.com/ Webkinz Jr. Site (Archived)] |
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'''Mouse''': With a sweet face and a gentle personality, the quiet mouse is a great listener and a kind friend to all! |
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* [https://twitter.com/webkinzjr Webkinz Jr. Twitter] |
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==References== |
==References== |
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<references/> |
Latest revision as of 04:01, 28 April 2024
"Lots to love, lots to learn."
Webkinz Jr. was the preschool counterpart of Webkinz. It was intended to be a more educational site for a younger audience of children aged 3-6.
History
The first Webkinz Jr. pets were released in April 2009 when they appeared in the Ganz eStore. The site's construction took some time, but Webkinz Newz announced the site was ready on April 2, 2009, although the tour and other parts of the site were ready before then. Webkinz Jr. pets cost $25.00 USD MSRP both as a plush and in the eStore.
Ganz stated in March 2011 that Webkinz Jr. would continue to be supported, but had no further plans to make more pets.[1]
As of January 31st, 2018, Webkinz Jr. has shut down and is no longer in service.[2]
Features
Ganz put an emphasis on pet emotions (sleepy, hungry etc.) and advertised heavily around the Webkinz Jr. site.
In the Parent's Area, users could change their pet's names, manage their account, and adjust the difficulty levels.
Like Webkinz, Webkinz Jr. had a "Deluxe Membership" subscription service that allowed users and parents to access more features on the site.[3] For Webkinz Jr., this included a faster rotation of Playhouse games, Daily Surprises at the Caring Center, more Little Acorn Academy activities, and a new activity at the Park. For the Parent's Area, this included the ability for parents to view detailed reports on their child's playtime, create a to-do list of activities, and download learning printables.
Areas
Players could access several areas, starting from their Home. Areas would change appearances depending on the season.
In February 2010, a new area was added that could be accessed by clicking the school bus.[4]
Home
Every home contained a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, playroom, and front and back yard. In the playroom, pets could play with toys and watch TV.
Caring Center
Ran by Miss Biscuits.
Kinzpost Office
Little Acorn Academy
The school. Taught by Miss Lily the rabbit.
Park
Hosted by Ranger Kenny the moose.
Playhouse
A tree house where players can play arcade games. Hosted by Clover, a sheep girl.
Rosie's Bakery
A bakery ran by Rosie and her husband Burt. Rosie's Bakery was added as part of an update in December 2009.[5]
W-Shop
Pets
First Set
The first set released March 2009.
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Tan Puppy
WJ100 -
Pink Puppy
WJ101 -
Blue Puppy
WJ102 -
Brown Monkey
WJ103 -
Purple Monkey
WJ104 -
Orange Kitty
WJ108
Second Set
The second set released January 2010.
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Grey Elephant
WJ107 -
Pink Bunny
WJ112 -
Tan Bear
WJ114 -
Blue Bunny
WJ115 -
Giraffe
WJ113 -
Frog
WJ105
Third Set
The third and final set released June 2010.
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Small Puppy
WJS200 -
Small Kitten
WJS201 -
Small Bunny
WJS202 -
Small Mouse
WJS203 -
Small Elephant
WJS204 -
Small Giraffe
WJS205
Gallery
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Plushes of the first set of pets.
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Site banner.
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Webkinz Jr. map (summer)
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Webkinz Jr. map (fall)
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Webkinz Jr. map (spring)
Coloring Book
The Webkinz Jr. website had a free coloring book PDF up for download.
External Links
References
- ↑ Ganz Changing Monthly Webkinz Plush Line-Up Further *UPDATED* - Webkinz Insider
- ↑ https://web.archive.org/web/20180129213012/http://www.webkinzjr.com:80/
- ↑ https://webkinznewz.ganzworld.com/newz-blog/?s=webkinz+jr.&cat=-1&Sort=3
- ↑ http://web.archive.org/web/20100503203235/http://www.webkinznewz.com/wp-mu/2010/02/webkinz-jr-time-to-take-a-field-trip-in/#more-11224
- ↑ Rosie’s Bakery is Open for Business! | WKN: Webkinz Newz