FREE Captain Mc Finn Bully Prevention App for Young Kids

“Dive Into Bully Prevention” With 

Captain McFinn and Friends Interactive Book app For Apple®, Android™, NOOK™ and Kindle® Platforms

Free app Available Now to Help Young Kids With the Battle Against Bullying

Captain McFinn and Friends, the original, innovative and educational brand that was developed to teach young children about kindness, friendship and bully prevention, announces the expansion of the Captain McFinn and Friends world with the debut of a FREE interactive book app for Apple, Android, NOOK by Barnes and Noble and Amazon Kindle platforms.  Additionally, iBook versions are available exclusively on the iBookstore™. The FREE app includes many engaging and exciting features like the complete interactive story of The Legend of Captain McFinn and Friends, the first book in the series, a cool multi-functional camera feature and more! The app also offers an in-app purchase of the second interactive book in the series, Captain McFinn and Friends Meet Coral Rose for just $2.99.  

 

The Captain McFinn and Friends app allows children to dive into a “Finn-tastic” adventure with Captain McFinn and the Undersea Friends!  Download the FREE app and enjoy a complete interactive version of the first story in the series, The Legend of Captain McFinn and Friends. McFinn, who was once one of the biggest bullies on the reef, learns that being a friend is always better than being a bully.  Children can join the journey with Captain McFinn and Friends and see how McFinn, the bully, becomes Captain McFinn the leader and protector of Sand Dusty Reef.  Kids can use finger swiping, tapping and dragging to make the Undersea Friends swim and dance around, bring sunken treasures to life or even make the bullies let out an evil laugh.

Free key app features include:

• Complete interactive story book: The Legend of Captain McFinn and Friends
• A “Read-to-Me” feature for less advanced readers
• Two full-length Friend-Ship band songs incorporated into each interactive book
• Awesome camera feature that allows you to save, email and print customized Captain McFinn themed photos
• A Captain McFinn and Friends Anti-Bullying Pledge to share on Facebook

The second interactive storybook in the series, Captain McFinn and Friends Meet Coral Rose, is available as an in-app purchase for $2.99. In this book, Captain McFinn and Friends go on an adventure of discovery when they stumble upon a new paradise where they meet their newest friend Princess Coral Rose – The Princess Between the Tides.

The free functions in the app and The Legend of Captain McFinn and Friends iBook have been incorporated into the Captain McFinn and Friends S.H.A.R.K. Patrol Bully Prevention K-3^rd grade classroom educational program.  The read-to-me feature, along with touch interaction, provides an added dimension to the classroom as well as an unobtrusive accommodation for students with disabilities. The S.H.A.R.K. Patrol program is a total solution that includes a teacher’s guide, lesson plans, puppets, books, sing-a-long music CD, a reward system and more!  

 

“We are so excited to bring Captain McFinn and Friends to life in this amazing, interactive on-the-go experience.  We are proud to partner with experts in the industry to help today’s youth learn about Bully Prevention and Environmental Consciousness through a medium they get excited about.” says Phyllis Cafaro, author and founder of the Captain McFinn and Friends series. “Incorporating our free apps and iBooks into our educational program has allowed Captain McFinn and Friends the opportunity to assist in the fight against bullying in schools, because school should be a place for learning, fun, and friendship.”

 

‘Dive into Bully Prevention’ is the underlying theme of the series, designed to promote kindness and friendship for children ages 4-8.  According to the National Association of Elementary School Principals, bullying has become a national epidemic with an estimated 18 million children in the U.S. being bullied each year; negative feelings from being bullied account for 3 million student absences each month. Educators agree it is critical that children learn about bullying, and the ways to combat it, at an early age in order to discourage this disturbing and unhealthy trend.

 

Captain McFinn and Friends was created by Phyllis Cafaro, with inspiration from her grandchildren. In 2006, she began her journey to teach important life lessons to children through fictional stories and music. Her goal is to initiate positive changes in children everywhere.

 

 

About Captain McFinn and Friends®

Captain McFinn and Friends is an engaging and educational book series designed to promote kindness and friendship among young children.  With the main theme of “Be a Buddy, Not a Bully,” the goal is to initiate positive changes in the way children interact with one another. 

Captain McFinn and Friends is comprised of 3 books in traditional print and eBook versions, The Legend of Captain McFinn and Friends, Captain McFinn and Friends Meet Coral Rose, Captain McFinn and Friends Rock!; an activity book, Captain McFinn and Friends Finn-Tastic Activity and Sticker Book; and a sing-a-long music CD, Captain McFinn and Friends ‘Come Along With The Friend-Ship Band.’ There is also a free interactive book app for Apple, Android, Nook, and Kindle platforms. 

The series is the proud recipient of 2 product awards; Mom’s Choice Awards, named among the best in family-friendly media, products and services, and Dr. Toy, ‘2012 Best Picks Winner.” Dr. Toy’s Guide is the first online resource to evaluate toys and products.

S.H.A.R.K. (Students Help Achieve Respect and Kindness) Patrol is an educational program, developed by accredited educators, that is utilized by schools across the nation to promote the anti-bullying message beyond the book series.  S.H.A.R.K. Patrol consists of tools for educators, parents and students.  Items include books, music, lesson plans, posters, puppets, stickers and more and are sold as a complete kit or separately; perfect for any budget.

The series was founded in 2006 by Phyllis Cafaro whose ambition is to create beneficial programs for children to learn and have a better future.  For more information, visit www.captainmcfinn.com.