The Fujimini Island Adventure Series
“Unlock the world with every word—reading creates brighter futures for all children. Ignite imagination, spark curiosity, and empower young minds through literacy. Every book opens a door to build tomorrow’s leaders”
The OnceKids Initiative
Eileen Wacker is the author of the Fujimini Island Adventure Series, a collection of children's books that fosters a love for reading and cultural awareness among young readers. The series follows the fun adventures of animal friends in the fictional land of Fujimini, introducing children to diverse cultures and life lessons. By engaging children with captivating stories and vibrant illustrations, the series plays a role in promoting literacy and curiosity for a range of different cultures.
Developing early literacy skills is crucial for children's cognitive and emotional growth. Research indicates that children who are proficient readers by third grade are more likely to graduate on time and experience academic success. Additionally, reading enhances empathy, self-confidence, and vocabulary, all of which contribute to a child's overall development and preparedness for future challenges.
The Fujimini Collection
The complete Fujimini Adventure Series Collection Includes the following children’s books and stories, written by Eileen Wacker and Illustrated by various artists such as Alan M. Low and Curtis Splurging. This series aims to teach and foster diversity, learning and adventure in its readers! Get to know each of the lovable characters, and their charming antics while learning real life lessons that can make us better people!
Green Hamster & the Quest for Fun
Pink Hamster & the Birthday Surprise
Blue Penguin & the Sensational Surf
Red Penguin and the Missing Sushi
Black Tortoise and the Dynasty Dragon
Silver Bunny & the Secret Fort Chop
Silent Samurai and the Magnificent Rescue
Rainbow Panda and the Firecracker Fiasco
Box Series - Comes with 4 Books!
“A child who reads will be a grown up who thinks.”
- Sasha Salmina
The more you read, the more you grow.
Newest Release & Initiatives
Eileen Wacker and our ONCEKids team is working on a 2025 campaign to increase children’s literacy by donating brand new Fujimini Adventure Series children’s books. More language to come on the campaign which is Chil'Lit. In more recent years, Eileen Wacker and the associated OnceKids brand has been working on the Chill’it Initiative (Childrens Literacy) - Founded when the word Lit was very cool! Ha! This is initiative to make reading Chill and Lit while supporting a good cause!
The mission of the Chillit campaign is to inspire a love for reading and make books accessible to children in need, with the goal of donating 40,000 books to underserved communities. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to discover the magic of books and the power of stories to spark imagination, foster learning, and shape their future. So far, we've proudly donated 4,800 books, and with your support, we’re one step closer to creating brighter futures through the gift of reading.
Awards & Achievement
Eileen Wacker has won countless awards, not only for things such as the Mom’s Code and articles featured on the Washington Post, but also in recognition of the work she has done for this Childrens book series alongside Alan Lowe.
Children’s Picture Book
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Children’s Picture Book
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Children’s Picture Book
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Children’s Picture Book
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