Posted on March 12, 2010 by JumpStart
Hey JumpStart Fans!
It’s been a little over two weeks since the personalized rooms launched at JumpStart.com. We hope that your kids have selected the perfect furniture, decided on the best gizmos, and placed everything just the way they like in their room. We know that with all the available pieces, the possible room arrangements are [...]
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Posted on February 23, 2010 by JumpStart
Did you know that your child can design his or her own billboard all throughout JumpStart.com? Children can decorate their world with the drawings they color or the photographs they snap with their camera! Today, we’ll take a look around JumpStart and find all the billboards so you and your child can decorate them!
There is [...]
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Posted on February 18, 2010 by JumpStart
Winter game excitement is everywhere, and JumpStart.com is no exception! Check out these cool winter sports-themed clothes we’ve designed especially for these thrilling events.
If figure skating is your sport of choice, try this stylish top on for size. The bear on the front is wearing an awfully cute tutu! This isn’t your only option, though…
Just [...]
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Posted on February 12, 2010 by JumpStart
We’ve heard from our players that some of the most exciting parts of JumpStart.com are the slides scattered throughout the virtual world. That’s why we’ve decided to highlight our coolest slides so you can check them out the next time you log in!
Our first featured slide is in StoryLand. This one’s easy to find – [...]
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Posted on January 14, 2010 by JumpStart
Tomorrow, January 15th, is National Hat Day, a day set aside to wear and enjoy a hat of your choosing that fits your style. Hats are simple pieces of clothing, but they come in a variety of sizes and shapes with many different purposes. Regardless the size of your head or the fashion you favor, [...]
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Posted on January 8, 2010 by JumpStart
Have your kids ever wanted to celebrate their birthdays, that A+ test, or a game-winning soccer goal with their JumpStart friends? In just a few days, they’ll be able to! Beginning January 20th, your child’s Jumpee will be able to throw or attend a 30-minute party in his, her, or someone else’s neighborhood. With these [...]
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Posted on December 2, 2009 by JumpStart
Frosty the Snowman…knew the sun was hot that day
So he said let’s run and we’ll have some fun
Now before I melt away!
Poor Frosty…this jolly soul, made out of snow, laughs and plays with the children, until he melts away and has to say goodbye. So sad! Well, this snowman craft will make your children smile [...]
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Posted on October 28, 2009 by JumpStart
Need some ideas to entertain the little monsters that are coming over for that Halloween party you’re throwing for your kids? We’ve come up with some creative games to amuse your guests! We guarantee they will be fun, engaging, and, of course, filled with spooky spirit!
Eyeball Bounce
You will need:
6+ Ping pong balls
Black, green, blue, brown, [...]
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Posted on October 6, 2009 by JumpStart
Does your little explorer know that there are all sorts of secret portals hidden around JumpStart.com? No? Well, it’s a good thing you stopped by this here blog!
If your kids can find JumpStart’s secret portals, they’ll be able to visit these sky-high destinations and more! So here’s the challenge: tell your kids to check around [...]
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Posted on September 24, 2009 by JumpStart
Ever notice how when you grab some change from your pocket that some of the older pennies are darker and greener compared to their shiny new friends? You and your child can try this easy science experiment with items you have around the house to learn how pennies get their darker color and to help [...]
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