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Review: Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers
September 24, 2012
Title: Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers
Author: Marilynn Halas
Illustrator: Jeremy Provost
Series: Fuzzwippers #1

Summary: Fuzzwippers are friendly creatures that reach out to anyone who needs to be assured that they are wanted and needed. This book is the first in a new series for children, and introduces the new characters. Each book focuses on a different life skill—everything from how to be a good listener to playing fair. Through engaging storytelling, children are guided and supported by a friendly and magical Fuzzwipper creature, which always assures them that “they are loved, no matter what.”
My Thoughts: The Fuzzwippers are adorable, cuddly little creatures that a sure to brighten any child’s day. While this one just serves to introduce the characters, the very last page reminds children, “You are loved, no matter what.” That made me smile, and I look forward to seeing the future books with more focused themes, such as the upcoming Fuzzwippers Find Good Listeners.

The illustrations are adorable. Very colorful, and a little silly, too. Children are sure to enjoy seeing what these cute, lovable little creatures are up to!
Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers by Marilynn Halas is a story that introduces a new set of adorable characters aimed at making kids smile. While this one reads just like that – and introduction to something new – it closes with lots of warm fuzzies (appropriately, I think) and leaves the reader – and the reader’s children – looking forward to encountering these creatures in future installments.

Source: Many thanks to Jennifer Marcus at Goodman Media for sending me a copy in exchange for an honest review.
Read It: Get your own copy, and free Fuzzwipper, HERE.

About the Author: Marilynn Halas is a children’s book author, life coach and founder of 4 Sunflowers Media, a multimedia company whose mission is to empower children and parents through storytelling. Raised both in New Jersey and Northern Ireland, Marilynn uses her experience to infuse a deep understanding of the human condition into fantastic characters and situations that surprise, delight and reassure her readers. She currently lives in rural Connecticut with her husband and four children.
Fuzzwippers were born from a story I made up for my daughter, Elizabeth, when she was about 6 years old,” said Marilynn Halas. “She came out of school looking tired and overwhelmed and I did what I always did, I told her a story. My gloves had pompoms on them and there was a loose one in my pocket. I took it out and gave it to her as though it was a living creature. When she held it close to her, I saw the first smile of the afternoon and I knew this would be a story worth telling.”

About the Illustrator: Jeremy Provost is the illustrator of Jumpin’ Jackie and The Cow That Jumped Over the Moon. He graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Illustration from Indiana Wesleyan University. He currently resides in Oconomowoc, WI.
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Hello, We’re The Fuzzwippers

4 Sunflower Media has just began publishing a new series of 10 storybooks, written by Marilynn Halas and illustrated by Jeremy Provost, that facilitate a child’s social-emotional development by helping them learn the life skills they need to live a happy and balanced life. The first book in the series, Hello, We’re The Fuzzwippers was released earlier this year and introduces us and our children to the Fuzzwippers.
Here is the synopsis of Hello, We’re The Fuzzwippers from the back cover of the book:

Welcome to the Land of the Fuzzwippers!

Fuzzwippers are friendly creatures that reach out to anyone who needs to be assured that they are wanted and needed. Children of all ages will be fascinated by these new-found friends who whisper to them in the language of Imaginarius and accompany them wherever they go. Introduce your children to their very own Fuzzwippers!

This story is absolutely adorable and a wonderful addition to any child’s or elementary school’s library. With bullying being so prominent–being reminded that “they are loved, no matter what” is vital. Imaginary friends are such an important part of a young child’s life and they can provide support during those times parents can’t be there. The Fuzzwippers are really a cute idea since they just look like little puff balls, it is really easy for a child to imagine and remember their own Fuzzwipper is with them (if need be, you could really find a puff for them to keep with them, giving them that extra support)–I wonder what your child’s Fuzzwipper looks like and what its name is. My son’s is black & orange (his favorite colors) and he hasn’t settled on a name yet. I love that Fuzzwippers help give a child more confidence and help put them at ease in difficult situations–just the way only an imaginary, positive friend can. It is also written at a level that a beginning reader can read and the illustrations really help bring the book to life. It is a good introduction to the Fuzzwippers and the positive messages they will be teaching throughout the series.

The second book in the series, Fuzzwippers Find Good Listener is scheduled to be released on September 24, 2012. This story helps children learn how to be a good listener. I haven’t seen this book yet, but I am sure it is great, especially given the important lesson that it is teaching! So important!

Be sure to keep an eye on the Fuzzwipper website–I have a feeling that it is going to have some great support and information on it in the near future. Plus, watch for the next 8 books, as they are released with more positive lessons for our children.

Thank you to Goodman Media for my sample used in this review, opinions are honest, review by Michelle.

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Meet the Fuzzwippers
The latest book I have been flipping through is, Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers by Marilynn Halas.
This is a colorful book that tells us about the Fuzzwippers coming from the Land of the Fuzzwippers to meet all the kids…

They come to bring a message…
All of the kids are so excited and sit around listening, waiting to hear what they have to say…

They talk about being quiet, so they can go anywhere with you… from bed to school and on all of the adventures in between.

One reason I like this book is because it says they are there to help you feel more comfortable.. and that when you are more secure, everyone feels better!
The best part? They totally bring attention to the fact they have no mouths…
With that, you have to know that the fuzzwippers don’t actually “TALK” but rather they quote” Speak right to your imagination!”
The end of the book even includes a couple blank pages..
The kids can use it to draw their own fuzzwipper, or to even write a story about them!
This was the first book in the Fuzzwippers series, sort of a “get to know” book.
I can not wait to see more from this,a as the second book is about listening!

Oh, I guess you would like to know the message that they were sent to bring….

YOU ARE LOVED, NO MATTER WHAT.

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Wednesday, September 12, 2012

NEW STORYBOOK SERIES HELPS CHILDREN BUILD CRITICAL LIFE SKILLS

Fuzzwippers Find Good Listeners to be published on September 24.

This fall, just in time for the changing of the season, 4 Sunflowers Media will publish Fuzzwippers Find Good Listeners ($8.99, ages 3-7) by Marilynn Halas, illustrated by Jeremy Provost, the second in a collection of ten storybooks that facilitate children’s social-emotional development by helping children learn the skills they need to live happy and balanced lives.

Each story book in the Fuzzwippers series focuses on a different life skill—everything from how to be a good listener to playing fair. Through engaging storytelling, children are guided and supported by a friendly and magical Fuzzwipper creature, which always assures them that “they are loved, no matter what.”

Fuzzwippers Find Good Listeners follows Fuzzoola the Fuzzwipper and Katherine as they share their adventures and stories, and set out to help others learn how to communicate with their favorite buddies. A list of listener tips for kids is located at the end of the book, including tips such as “listen with your whole body” and “take turns talking.”

The Fuzzwippers were introduced to children earlier this year in Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers. They are imaginary creatures that reach out to children or anyone who needs a friend, assuring them that they are wanted and needed. Fuzzwippers appear at the change of each season.

“Fuzzwippers were born from a story I made up for my daughter, Elizabeth, when she was about 6 years old,” said Marilynn Halas. “She came out of school looking tired and overwhelmed and I did what I always did, I told her a story. My gloves had pompoms on them and there was a loose one in my pocket. I took it out and gave it to her as though it was a living creature. When she held it close to her, I saw the first smile of the afternoon and I knew this would be a story worth telling.”

About Marilynn Halas:
Marilynn Halas is a children’s book author, life coach and founder of 4 Sunflowers Media, a multimedia company whose mission is to empower children and parents through storytelling. Raised both in New Jersey and Northern Ireland, Marilynn uses her experience to infuse a deep understanding of the human condition into fantastic characters and situations that surprise, delight and reassure her readers. She currently lives in rural Connecticut with her husband and four children.

About Jeremy Provost
Jeremy Provost is the illustrator of Jumpin’ Jackie and The Cow That Jumped Over the Moon. He graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Illustration from Indiana Wesleyan University. He currently resides in Oconomowoc, WI.

Gina Conroy used to think she knew where her life was headed, now she’s leaning on the Lord to show her the way. She is the founder of Writer…Interrupted,and tries to keep things in perspective, knowing God’s timing is perfect, even if she doesn’t agree with it! 😉 Her first book Cherry Blossom Capers releases from Barbour Publishing in January 2012. On her blog and twitter she chronicles her triumphs and trials as she pursues her dreams while taking care of family.

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Hey Everyone! I recently reviewed a children’s book entitled “Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers” and it was adorable! As you can see, my little GodMonkey (God-child, I am not saying that she is God!) loved it. The pictures were from the humteenth time she had looked through it after we read it together.

The story is introducing the Fuzzwippers, which is the first book in a series of children’s books and it’s adorable. The basic essences is that they are always with you when you need them. I think it’s an adorable concept and I couldn’t help but think when I read it that I needed a little Fuzzwipper to keep in my van!

You can get your own little Fuzzwipper….. I mean, a Fuzzwipper for your little one! Click here to find out more about them!!! I really think that they are adorable and the concept is even better!
Fuzzwippers come in four colors and will soon have a playset to encourage Monkey imagination.

I think this book, along with a Fuzzwipper will make a great birthday or Christmas gift. We enjoyed going through and finding the Fuzzwippers throughout the pages with the children pictured. It’s a great tie in for how God is always with you as well.

I want to say a big, huge thank you to the author, Marilynn Halas who not only sent me a copy for review, but so sweetly autographed it as well! The book is published by 4 Sunflowers Media, LLC and you can check them out here.

4 Sunflowers Media Review

Summer is a great time for reading books. Most libraries have a summer reading program where you can be encouraged and rewarded for your reading accomplishments. We hit the library every few weeks for a new stack of books and sometimes renewing our current favorites. My kids love being read to and now B is even starting to read a few words on his own. My heart couldn’t be happier when we are reading together as a family and sharing our love of books.

Our home book collection is pretty large, hardbacks, paperbacks, authors of all kinds and we love to be able to add to it once in awhile. Thanks to 4 Sunflowers Media, we just recently added another book to our shelves.

4 Sunflowers Media was created by Marilynn Halas, to offer stories that celebrate and support the job that parents have. Marilynn is a woman with many job titles who is using her experiences to delight and inspire her readers. To read more about Marilynn Halas, click here. To read more about 4 Sunflowers Media, click here.

I got to work with Marilynn personally and she is fantastic. Marilynn was very excited to work with MBP and grow our relationship. She was very generous and sent us a copy of her new book, Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers. Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers, is the first title from 4 Sunflowers Media, released in May of this year. The second book in the Fuzzwippers series should be out later this year.

Written by Marilynn Halas, Illustrated by Jeremy Provost

Our Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers book and a personal note from Marilynn

We were immediately loving the bright yellow cover.

Upon opening up the book, we discovered a hand written note for B & S from Marilynn.

Autographed copies of books are always cool in my opinion!

Snuggled on the couch, we read through Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers. We loved the ship the Fuzzwippers arrived on and all the shenanigans they were a part of. It was a great introductory story to get to know who the Fuzzwippers are and prepare us for all the adventures they will soon have. What is a Fuzzwipper–find out here. My favorite part of the story is the dinner table page (8-9). Some of the Fuzzwippers are playing instruments, the kids thought that was super silly, which made me smile. Read on to see what S and B thought of Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers.

Scarlett’s Favorite Parts of Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers

Beckett’s Favorite Parts of Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers

Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers is a very easy to read picture book for kids of all ages. It is simple to follow along and meet the Fuzzwippers. The overall message of the story and the Fuzzwippers goal, is to remind the reader they are needed and loved. The Fuzzwippers are colorful and friendly and I can’t wait to see what Marilynn has in store for them.

Want It? Buy It!
You can buy your own copy of Hello, We’re the Fuzzwippers at 4sunflowersmedia.com. Follow Marilynn’s adventures through her blog or via Twitter, see her other visions and creations here. “Like” 4 Sunflowers Media on Facebook and tell them MBP sent you, they would love to have some new fans to love the Fuzzwippers too! Contact 4 Sunflowers Media here with any questions or suggestions. 4 Sunflowers Media also offers videos for grownups to check out. Become a Fuzzwipper Friend!

Thanks to Marilynn and 4 Sunflowers Media for our fun picture book and offering one to our readers too! What a great message this book sends.
Thanks and Good Luck!
~Steph~

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