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Mission Plane Jane

This energetic and mission-minded pilot is ready to take off when you are! Series A, 2 of 4. Others in series: Amazing Grace, Faith Hopenlove, Chaplain Charlie

Appaloosa Luci

Here's a fun-loving equestrian who's a perfect match for her horse. Who knows where they're headed next! Series H, 3 of 4. Others in series: Nurse Payne, Judge Prudence Law

Baby-Faith Nelson

This little cutie doesn't know much about God yet but is eager to learn! Series G, 3 of 4. Others in series: Secret Giver, Gentle Yentel, Pastor Wordsworth

Branch Forrester

Still single, this public servant thinks a great date involves a walk in the woods—to count invasive insects. Series M, 2 of 4. Others in series: Jack Hammer, Booker Sayles, Vance Strongarm

Eaton Greene

Sometimes obsessive about his vegan diet, Eaton is on a mission to share the facts about fruits and veggies with anybody who will listen! Series E, 2 of 4. Others in series: Soybean Gene, Potluck Patty, Chef Al Denté

Ed Write

This guy bears an uncanny resemblance to the Guide Magazine editor—who also happens to draw Thumbuddies! Series L, 1 of 4. Others in series, Gloria Editoria, Crash Landon

Rhymin’ Simon

At home or on the streets, Simon has the funky beats. He has a natural gift for rhyme, something he does all the time. Series K, 3 of 4. Others in series: Rocky Chorderman, Jazzmyn Reed, Joy Singh

Nurse Payne

Talk about a big shot! Don't poke fun at Nurse Payne or she just might poke you back! Series H, 1 of 4. Others in series: Judge Prudence Law, Appaloosa Luci

Secret Giver

He knows firsthand how much more fun it is to give than to receive! (But don't ask his real name—that's a secret too!) Series G, 1 of 4. Others in series: Gentle Yentel, Baby-Faith Nelson, Pastor Wordsworth

Adam Numbers

From algebra to calculus to quantum physics, you can count on Adam to get it right! Series F, 2 of 4. Others in series: Elbert Feinstein

Jim Nast

Jim hopes to someday write an inspirational book for teens called "How to Live a Well-Balanced Life." Series D, 4 of 4. Others in series: Courtney Palmer, Duncan Hooper, Jolly Ollie

Chaplain Charlie

This pastor-turned-military chaplain shows soldiers how God can strengthen them in all circumstances. Series A, 4 of 4. Others in series: Amazing Grace, Mission Plane Jane, Faith Hopenlove

Branch Forrester

Still single, this public servant thinks a great date involves a walk in the woods—to count invasive insects. Series M, 2 of 4. Others in series: Jack Hammer, Booker Sayles, Vance Strongarm

Duncan Hooper

Spectacular slam-dunks frequently make him the center of attention. Series D, 2 of 4. Others in series: Courtney Palmer, Jollie Ollie, Jim Nast

Heinz the Hound

This mixed-breed mutt is lovable—but very sloppy!

Eaton Greene

Sometimes obsessive about his vegan diet, Eaton is on a mission to share the facts about fruits and veggies with anybody who will listen! Series E, 2 of 4. Others in series: Soybean Gene, Potluck Patty, Chef Al Denté

Appaloosa Luci

Here's a fun-loving equestrian who's a perfect match for her horse. Who knows where they're headed next! Series H, 3 of 4. Others in series: Nurse Payne, Judge Prudence Law

Secret Giver

He knows firsthand how much more fun it is to give than to receive! (But don't ask his real name—that's a secret too!) Series G, 1 of 4. Others in series: Gentle Yentel, Baby-Faith Nelson, Pastor Wordsworth

Jazzmyn Reed

The school band was never the same after this saxophone player blew into town! Series K, 2 of 4. Others in series: Rocky Chorderman, Rhymin' Simon, Joy Singh

Jack Hammer

A concrete thinker, Jack is always ready to shake things up! Series M, 1 of 4. Others in series: Branch Forrester, Booker Sayles, Vance Strongarm

Joy Singh

Joy is so happy about her friendship with Jesus that she wants everyone to take note! Series K, 4 of 4. Others in series: Rocky Chorderman, Jazzmyn Reed, Rhymin' Simon

Jim Nast

Jim hopes to someday write an inspirational book for teens called "How to Live a Well-Balanced Life." Series D, 4 of 4. Others in series: Courtney Palmer, Duncan Hooper, Jolly Ollie

Olive Pitt

Whether it's the school salad bar or a church potluck, she's all about fast finger food. Series O, 1 of 4. Others in series: [coming]

Nurse Payne

Talk about a big shot! Don't poke fun at Nurse Payne or she just might poke you back! Series H, 1 of 4. Others in series: Judge Prudence Law, Appaloosa Luci

Amazing Grace

Grace always thinks before she speaks—and it often involves saying something nice about someone. Series A, 1 of 4. Others in series: Mission Plane Jane, Faith Hopenlove, Chaplain Charlie

Secret Giver

He knows firsthand how much more fun it is to give than to receive! (But don't ask his real name—that's a secret too!) Series G, 1 of 4. Others in series: Gentle Yentel, Baby-Faith Nelson, Pastor Wordsworth

Junior Reeder: Special Guide 70th Anniversary Thumbuddy

Junior is the younger brother of Thumbuddy Ima Reeder. When they got copies of the first Junior Guide, as it was called in 1953, they thought the magazine was "peachy keen"! Series P, 1 of 4. Others in series: Ima Reeder

Curly Q

He hates his hair, but what's there is there. He's about to straighten things out, though! Series N, 2 of 4. Others in series: Layton Doolittle, Louden Rood

Richard M. Bezzle

Oh, no! This businessman got greedy and secretly stole money from his employer! Currently a criminal, there's always hope for redemption. Series B, 2 of 4. Others in series: Big Mean Eugene, Handy Mann, Hench Mann

Layton Doolittle

When it comes to work, he's never on time and always stops before he starts. Series N, 1 of 4. Others in series: Curly Q, Louden Rood

Jollie Ollie

From bigspins to kickflips, Ollie knows all the tricks of the skateboarding trade. (That doesn't mean he can perform them all, of course, but he's trying!) Series D, 3 of 4. Others in series: Courtney Palmer, Duncan Hooper, Jim Nast

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