JumpStart 3D Virtual World facts for kids

JumpStart 3D Virtual World is a special group of educational games that are part of the bigger JumpStart series. It was first known as JumpStart World. These games let you explore a 3D world, go on fun missions, and play activities that help you learn.

The series includes four main games:

• JumpStart 3D Virtual World: My First Adventure (originally JumpStart Advanced Premium Preschool World)
• JumpStart 3D Virtual World: The Legend of Grizzly McGuffin (originally JumpStart World Kindergarten)
• JumpStart 3D Virtual World: Trouble in Town (originally JumpStart World 1st Grade)
• JumpStart 3D Virtual World: The Quest for the Color Meister (originally JumpStart World 2nd Grade)

How Do JumpStart 3D Virtual World Games Work?

In these games, you control a character in a 3D world. You get to go on exciting missions and play many educational activities. These activities help you learn different school subjects.

Unlike many other JumpStart games, the JumpStart 3D Virtual World games come with a limited number of levels when you buy them. Once you finish these levels, you need an online membership to keep playing. This was not clearly stated on early game packages, which made some buyers unhappy.

Meet the Main Characters

While there are many characters in JumpStart 3D Virtual World, these are some of the most important ones. Most of these characters have looked the same since JumpStart Phonics Read & Rhyme. Botley is an exception, as he wasn't in that game. Also, Pierre and Kisha changed their animal types. Pierre is now a panda, and Kisha is a tiger.

The characters' appearances often change slightly depending on the game. In games for younger kids, they look shorter and younger. In games for older kids (like the 2nd Grade games), they look taller, more like teenagers. Frankie and Botley are the only ones whose looks stay the same. Casey the cat does not appear in the JumpStart 3D Virtual World series.

Frankie: The Friendly Leader

Frankie is the main character and mascot for all JumpStart 3D Virtual World games. He is an anthropomorphic (human-like) dog. Frankie first appeared in JumpStart 1st Grade. In these games, he is light brown and wears blue jeans. He also has a blue collar and a red-violet shirt.

Frankie is seen as the leader of the JumpStart world. He always stays positive and loves to give advice. He believes that everyone has something special inside them.

C.J.: The Adventurous Frog

C.J. is an anthropomorphic frog who first appeared in JumpStart 2nd Grade. In My First Adventure and The Legend of Grizzly McGuffin, he looks like the tadpoles from other JumpStart games. In the other two games, he looks more like his design from the 2002 JumpStart Advanced games.

C.J. loves to explore, go on quests, and find old treasures. He always prepares for new adventures. He also has a small firefly friend named Edison who helps him.

Hops: The Smart Inventor

Hops, sometimes called "Hopsalot," is a light-brown, anthropomorphic rabbit. He first appeared in JumpStart Kindergarten. His look changes a lot between games. In the 3D Virtual World games, he wears blue and has small buck teeth.

Hops is naturally very smart. He is great at creating high-tech machines and gadgets. In these games, he also wants to become a secret agent.

Pierre: The Musical Panda

Pierre used to be a polar bear in older games. Now, he is a blue-and-white panda. He wears a purple belt with a large golden buckle and a vest. He first appeared in JumpStart Preschool.

Pierre loves listening to and playing music. He also enjoys dancing in the Virtual World games. He is now good at solving brainteasers too.

Kisha: The Artistic Tiger

Like Pierre, Kisha also changed her animal type. She was a koala but is now a tiger. She has a large brown tuft of hair, big purple glasses, and a purple dress. Kisha also made her debut in JumpStart Preschool.

Kisha is a very talented and passionate artist. She also likes sports and fashion.

Eleanor: The Reading Elephant

Eleanor is an anthropomorphic, pink elephant. She wears a purple dress and a hair bow. She loves to read, especially fairy tales to her teddy bear. Eleanor is very cheerful and strong. She first appeared in JumpStart Preschool.

Botley: The Helpful Robot

Botley is a robot who first appeared in JumpStart 3rd Grade. Like Frankie, his appearance has stayed mostly the same. He usually doesn't go on adventures with the other characters. Instead, he helps keep things running smoothly. He also stores and records information. Botley is very interested in the natural world and always wants to learn new things.

Game Updates and Changes

On July 20, 2016, JumpStart received an update. This update changed how user avatars looked and added new areas to explore. However, many players were not happy with the new avatar graphics.