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A Cool Pet of the Month!
The coolest bear in Webkinz World is December’s Pet of the Month! Give it up for the always awesome, always winsome Polar Bear! You can catch the Polar Bear in its very own video, “Ice Man Blues” (who knew the Polar Bear was such a great sax player?). When you adopt the Polar Bear in December, you’ll get a special loot bag of great gifts!
Check Out Our Brand New Forums!
Great news, Webkinz fans! There’s a new addition to Webkinz Newz – a Forum for you to share your thoughts, suggestions and feelings about Webkinz World! To use the forums, you’ll have to register as a Webkinz Newz User. Registering as a Webkinz Newz Member is free, but you will need your parent or guardian’s permission. To register, first click “New Member” and follow the instructions to create an account for Webkinz Newz. When you’ve got an active account, check out the brand new “Forum” tab at the top of the page. Click on it and you’ll see a bunch of different categories. Choose a category and you’ll be able to join in the conversation! There will be new topics posted all the time, so there’s always a ton to discuss. Have fun sharing your thoughts in our brand new forums!
Santakinz Returns to the Clubhouse!
Christmas is almost here and Santakinz is pleased to announce his triumphant return to Webkinz World! You can visit him anytime between now and Christmas Eve and let him know what gift you would like. You’ll be able to choose one of three totally awesome presents. The jolly old elf himself is seated in the Santakinz room, and he can’t wait to see you!
December’s Pet of the Month Winners
Congratulations to Marlene, Matthew, Abbie, Kenzie and Crystal! They're our randomly selected winners for the monthlong Polar Bear Contest. They've each been sent a Secret Code for a virtual Polar Bear. Adopt the Webkinz Polar Bear any time in December to get a Pet of the Month Loot Bag! Want to win January's Pet of the Month? Enter our Silverback Gorilla contest!
Now at the eStore – Midnight the MAZIN’ Hamster!
If you had a funny feeling that you were seeing stars at the eStore — you were! Meet Midnight, the MAZIN’ Hamster, one stellar superstar! This nocturnal cutie loves to take long strolls in the moonlight, which is why you won’t want to be without the lovely lunar ball and tube design you’ll exclusively unlock! You don’t have to wait for the clock to strike 12 o’clock – visit the eStore for Midnight right now!
Silverback Gorilla Contest
Open to Webkinz World players residing in the USA and Canada (some exceptions apply). The Webkinz Silverback Gorilla (full size) is January's Pet of the Month! All December long, you can enter our Silverback Gorilla Contest for a chance to win a virtual Silverback Gorilla in time for January! Contest opens on December 1st and ends on December 31st. Just tell us your top 10 favorite Christmas gifts and you could win a virtual Webkinz Silverback Gorilla (the "Prize"). 5 winners will be randomly selected from the pool of entrants who fill out all of the fields correctly. Check the Contests page for more details.
Read the W Tales!
If you want to know more about the wonderful Webkinz who live in Kinzville, check out the W Tales in the Kinzville Times! Our current story is about the ‘Kinz Crew and their visit to camp. What started out as the ideal way to spend part of their summer vacation turns into a total disaster when Fluffington’s bratty nephew Benny shows up. Among all the pranks and trouble, will the ‘Kinz still manage to have a good time? Check out the W Tales and find out!
A Message From Quizzy Bear
Hello, Webkinz Newz readers! Quizzy Bear here to let you know that if you’re looking for a fast (and fun) way to earn a TON of KinzCash, you should come visit me at Quizzy’s Corner. There are two sections to explore (Quizzy’s Question Corner and Quizzy’s Discovery Zone), each with interesting and challenging questions to answer. In fact, I think there’s something here for everyone! From art to math to animals to kid stuff, if you like trivia, you’ll love it here! The best part is that you get five KinzCash for each correctly answered question – and TEN Kinzcash for each Daily Bonus or Signature Safari question! That adds up quickly! Visit me today and get ready to earn and learn!
Not Quite There: Communal Contest
Looks like that challenge was a bit tricky! Better luck next time. Be sure to visit the Kinzville Times to vote for next weekend’s prize. Want to know what next weekend’s challenge is going to be? Be sure to visit Webkinz Newz on Thursday for a sneak peek.
Interview with the Polar Bear
Dear readers, It’s me, Ella McWoof, Jr. Reporter at large! I got a chance to sit down and chat with one cool polar bear – the Iceman himself from December’s Pet of the Month video! Here’s what he had to say. EM: So, Iceman, thanks for joining us today! IM: No problem, Ella! I’m glad to be here. EM: I guess I’ll ask the question on everyone’s mind: where in Webkinz World did you learn to play the sax? IM: Ah, it’s a skill I’ve had for a long time, Ella! I learned from my dad – he was a bluesy, jazzy bear. He taught me everything I know when I was just a cub. Playin’ the sax is pretty much my favorite thing to do. That’s why I was so pleased to star in the Polar Bear’s pet of the month video. EM: And a great video it is! Not only is the song totally catchy, the video is also really funny! IM: We worked hard on it – I’ve got a feeling that we’ve got ourselves a chart-topper. EM: Agreed. So, let’s talk about being Pet of the Month. How does that feel? IM: Well, obviously I’m thrilled … Read more
Trick or Treat Troll Winners
Congratulations to Sally, Joey, Hannah, Shaina and Juliana, our winners of the Trick or Treat Troll contest! They've each been sent a Secret Code for an eStore exclusive Trick or Treat Troll. Check out their awesome drawings of the Trick or Treat Troll out trick-or-treating! – Sally – Joey – Hannah – Shaina – Juliana
Prize Sneak Peek: Communal Contest
Here’s an early look at the prizes you’ll be able to vote for in next week’s Communal Contest: Fine Foliage Dining Table Funky Girl Stove Deep Sea Dresser Lifeguard Tower Chair This weekend’s contest isn’t over yet! If you haven’t entered yet, visit the Kinzville Times in Webkinz World and click on Communal Contest in the index. Then, click Enter and head on over to the Arcade to play some Lunar Lugbotz!
Oh Christmas Tree!
If you’re looking for a tree that will make your room look terrific, it’s time to take a trip to the W Shop! Pick up a cool Blue Frost Tree and put it in your pet’s room to set the stage for a super-happy (and super-stylish) holiday!