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Get me away from these Webkinz!

messylissa — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 19:21:59 -0800

What are some brain-building alternatives to Webkinz? Stepkids are into Webkinz, but I hate the UI, hate that it's nothing but a money sink, hate the whole idea in general. But the kids love it, want their dad to get them one or two so they can play online together when they're not with him.

What are similar online activities? I like the idea of buying them something tangible and then having an online interface. Bonus points if it's educational and not just another dumb commercial kid suck. Extra extra bonus points if the online interface doesn't give you instant retina burn like Webkinz' does.

Kids are 5 and 7, mom is not into promoting dad/kid relationship, so the less adult help needed to navigate the site, the better.

Webkinz... suspended?

R. Mutt — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:29:15 -0800

Does Webkinz actually suspend accounts if one has not registered a new webkin in the past 12 months?

What's the deal with these Webkinz?

pinksoftsoap — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 14:21:48 -0800

Should I buy a box of Webkinz cards Series 1 or Series 2 for a good kid? I really feel so outdated with this Webkinz fad. Is Series 2 more worth it to get since it's brand new? or is it TOO new and most kids would rather have a box of Series 1 cards? Is the Webkinz fad still going strong? What's the best Webkinz gift I can get if not a box of cards (36 packs)? What will make this kid the envy of his peers? Thank you!