Welcome to Webkinz World

What is a Webkinz? A Webkinz is a Plush Pet that has access to a kid safe online interactive environment where the plush is transformed into a pet. Each Webkinz arrives with its own unique special tag and Webkinz secret code. This code is the password into Webkinz World, an interactive, educational, online environment created for your entire family to enjoy and interact in. After logging in, the adoption process begins and kids can name and learn all about their new Webkinz pet and print their adoption certificate. It is a wonderful world of learning activities. There are rooms to build and design, trivia challenges to play, and lots of arcade games, too. You can shop for clothes, food, toys and furniture at the W shop. Members of the family can challenge each other in the arcade and be assured that kids are in an Internet Safe environment. No one can contact your child for personal information. It is all age appropriate and tons of fun! April 29, 2007 was the 2nd year anniversary of the Webkinz!
Guide to Purchasing - Webkinz are 8-1/2 inch pets and Lil Kinz are 6-1/2 inch pets. When searching on Ebay for Webkinz beware of claims that Webkinz are retired. Although all of the Webkinz and Lil Kinz can be extremely hard to find in most Brick & Mortar Locations, the only officially retired Webkinz at this time (updated 12/12/07) are the Cheeky Dog, Cheeky Cat, Pegasus, Horse, Basset Hound, Gold & White Cat, White Unicorn, Gray & White Cat and the newly retired Gorilla. The lil' Kinz has finally retired a couple - the Gorilla and the Unicorn. The Love Puppy, The Sherbet Bunny, Love Frog, Black Cat and The Reindeer are Seasonal items. The Alley Cat, Cheeky Monkey & Black & White Cat are speculated to retire soon based on thier age but I have seen some stores that are still taking orders for these. Basically, the company tries very hard to keep the retirements secret and until they officially put a retired stamp across thier picture it is just a guessing game. You can go to Webkinz.com & click on Webkinz catalog for a complete list of Webkinz and to print off a wish list. You can also take a virtual tour of the website.
Rare items to look for - Some Webkinz do not have a Magic W's on them The Ganz Company said "When we made our very first Webkinz pets, they did not have Magic Ws on their paws. When we ran out of those pets and made more, we started adding Magic W's. " Another rare find would be a Webkinz with double Magic W's, those were a factory mistake. Also, there are some that have a nice embroidered tush tag with a red heart and the name Ganz in red, instead of the standard black and white tag that most of the Webkinz have. All of the striped Alley Cats have one blue and one green eye this is not a sign of rarity.
New Releases - Some recently released were the Black Lab, Koala Bear, Dalmatian & Clydesdale Horse. Look for upcoming releases of a Black Cat for Halloween and a Reindeer for Christmas. There are some sellers taking pre-orders for a new Black Stallion, German Shepard and a Love Frog which may replace the Love Puppy this Valentines Day. I have only seen a picture of these but they seem like they are of a different quality plush. I could not find anything about an official release date from Ganz so you will have to take the sellers word for when they will be available. Also be careful because some presales are for a coupon that you redeem for the Webkinz - Do you redeem it at your local retailer? Will they have any available? Or will the seller be the one that you redeem the coupon with? Please make sure before bidding. Most good sellers welcome questions and will reply in a timely manner.
May 2007 - Ganz officially added the Beagle and Spotted Frog to the website! June 2007 - Ganz has now officially added the Husky and the Raccoon to the website! July 2007 - An adorable Chocolate Lab and a Black Stallion Horse are now part of Webkinz World! December 2007 - It is getting hard for me to keep up with all of the new releases and the growing product line. Some of the new releases are Pinto Pony, German Shepard, A "Gorgeous" Collie, Charcoal Cat, Penguin and I just saw a Turtle added to the Ganz Website.
Webkinz Trading Cards - Webkinz has started to release trading cards! The first released set includes 80 base set cards featuring Webkinz Pets, Characters, items and recipes. There are also 3 Subsets: Challenge Cards - Challenge a friend to play against - there are 15 of these to collect. Curio Shop Curiosities - See rare items up close with these 8 different FOIL cards. Webkinz Doodlez Cards - 8 FOIL Cards of never before seen sketches by Webkinz Artists. Each deck also includes one card with up to 5 feature codes to type into the new Code Shop & Unlock a virtual prize for your Webkinz Pets.
Webkinz Charms - Webkinz is now selling Charm Bracelets and Charms. Each charm comes with a feature code to enter into the Code Shop. Once the code is entered a new area in Webkinz World will be opened up to you - The Magical Charm Forest! In the Forest you will find Good Fairies which will have Pixie Pods that carry Forest Charms and other prizes. The Good Fairies also sometimes drop keys which will open hidden doors in the forest where you will find more Pixie Pods. Along the way you will also find Bad Fairies that will try to try to trick you and prevent you from finding more Pixie Pods. Collect 8 different Webkinz Charms to unlock all 40 of the Forest Charms!
Webkinz EVERYTHING - Webkinz (Ganz) no longer just has plush stuffed animals. First they added Trading Cards which was a logical step, then came the Charms, now they also have a line of Body Spritz and Lip Gloss, An entire Webkinz Clothing Line, Knapsacks, Purses, Mouse Pads, Gift Bags, Stickers and Bookmarks. Of course, almost everything has its own secret code to unlock things on the website. I was a little disappointed in the bookmarks as I was expecting what I deem as a "normal size" bookmark but they are actually on the small side, not quite an inch and a half across and about four inches long and they are magnetic (not sure why a bookmark should be magnetic)? The magnet is located in the bottom of the bookmark but mine had a weak magnet and it just kept sliding down the fridge! I only paid $1 for the bookmark and my daughter got her "code" so it was O.K for the money.

Parenting and Webkinz by Steve Cantellini

I can't remember the first time I remember seeing a Webkinz. I vaguely remember hearing talk about them between my daughter and a few of her friends. I recall not really paying attention to it until I heard one of Marisa's friends mention she had 12 out of the 18 Webkinz that were out. One of the other girls said she had 8, another 6 and my daughter said she had one that she received for a birthday gift. I thought to myself that this was crazy and these girls must be a bit more then a little spoiled. As time went on, all I heard from Marisa was talk about her Golden Retriever Webkinz that she named Barkley. She constantly carried "him" around or was constantly on the Webkinz web site. Finally I figured that after hearing all the hype I would check this out. I bought Marisa a new Spotted Frog and off to Webkinz World I went. I wasn’t expecting much, but I figured I would at least have some quality time with my daughter.
In spite of my skepticism, I was very happily surprised. I couldn’t believe everything that was involved. First we had to register our new family member. We decided to name him Henry. We bought Henry food and clothes and furniture for his room. Most of all, we had to play with him and give him attention so he knew he was loved. I couldn't imagine that a toy like this would be able to teach a child such responsibility. Furthermore, some of the games on the Webkinz website were very educational. They were not typical Internet or video games, but actually made Marisa think and learn. Two hours had passed and it seemed to fly by. Webkinz had a new fan and he was well into his thirties.
I can now tell you my daughter is one of those kids who owns an extensive collection of Webkinz. Each one of them has given Marisa much joy and entertainment. Because of the Webkinz she has a much better understanding of responsibility and a better appreciation for education. Today, when I hear Marisa and her friends talking about their Webkinz, I smile to myself. I know she is in a world that makes her feel good about herself. I also know the Webkinz world teaches her responsibility in its own way while keeping her happy. What more could a parent what?
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Steve Cantellini is an executive moonlighting as a writer on various topics concerning parenting and how children benefit from leisure activities and relationships including Webkinz. For more information on Webkinz please click Majestic Webkinz or Majestic Housewares Webkinz Store

Webkinz Pets - What A Toy With Virtual Reality by Carmen Vj

These webkinz pets are taking the stores by storm. They have been flying off the shelves and are growing in popularity. The webkinz pets have double lives. When you buy a webkinz, you will also have a virtual pet for online. The real experience is the virtual experience. A secret code will come with your webkinz and you will use this secret code to adopt your webkinz and have access to the webkinz world.
Online with your webkinz virtual pet, there will be a meter to let you know how your pet is doing. If you are not taking care of your pet, the meter levels of happiness, health and hunger will decrease. The meter levels will increase by keeping your pet happy, well fed, healthy and clean.
Play arcade games and taking quizzes at webkinz world will earn you kinzcash. You will need this cash to take care of your webkinz properly.
At webkinz world when you enter the secret code, you will find out your webkinz birthday and what they favorite food is. You will also be asked to give your webkinz a name and indicate if your webkinz is a boy or girl.
Make sure you save your secret code tags from any of your webkinz and keep them in a safe place. Do not loose any of the secret code tags because you will not be able to get another one. Put these secret codes under lock and key.
Webkinz toys are a winner from iParenting Media Awards. This is the only international certified product evaluations system. iParenting Media gives awards for outstanding achievement in a child's marketplace letting you know that this is a marketplace that is safe. iParenting Media has approved webkinz.
The webkinz world is a wonderful place to care for your webkinz. It is a safe imaginative environment for your child to enjoy. A great idea is to use playing at webkinz world with your virtual pet a reward. Let your child enjoy playtime online after homework and the chores for the day are done. Consider letting your child have more offline interactive time with the webkinz plush toy.
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The Revealing Truth About A Webkinz And What This Can Do To Your Child by Carmen Vj

Do you feel that your child is too involve over at webkinz world and this is all that he or she thinks about?
Do You think your child is obsessed with this toy? Is it a struggle to get your child off the computer to do homework or even eat dinner?

Here's some webkinz information on how beneficial a webkinz can be and how you can put some order in this experience.

Having a webkinz has many great aspects and you can create some normalcy here for your child. There has to be some responsibility and discipline built around playtime and caring for a webkinz.

Having a webkinz can be a positive thing because while your child is over at webkinz world, your child can learn responsibility, creativity and self confidence.

This is what your child should be learning at webkinz world. Learning how to interact with friends and learning how to socialize and network. Your child can carry this example long into the future. Your child is learning how to be a team player.

Another, the responsibility of pet ownership is learning what it takes to care for your pet. Learning how to keep your webkinz healthy by feeding your pet fresh fruits and vegetables.

There are three meters over at webkinz world that will let you know how your webkinz is doing. There is a health, happy and hunger meter.

If the meters are full, then this shows that your pet is full,healthy and happy. If the meters should ever become low, your webkinz may get sick and not to worry because a webkinz never dies.

If you take care of your pet by feeding him or her healthy foods, exercise and giving your pet plenty of love, then those meters will always stay full.

Morerover, your child can learn how important pet interaction is. Showing love, spending time together at the arcade,giving your pet a bath and putting your pet to bed before you log off the computer is really an awesome thing to do.This will help to keep your webkinz happy.

Finally, learning how to earn money(kinzcash) to care for ones' pet, how to spend and how to budget money too is also a great thing your child can learn. In order to earn kinzcash, your child will be able to get a job or earn kinzcash by playing the arcade games.

What can I say about all of this. Your child is learning responsibility and values. And to put the icing on the cake,their must be parent involvement and interaction in order to create some normalcy. Parent involvement is very important.

You can let your child enjoy webkinz world after homework and when the chores are done. You can limit the time on the computer. Have offline fun with a webkinz.

Have webkinz parties. Find other outside activities for your child. There are many outside activities that will allow your child to interact with other kids.

Time management is the key here. You and your family can have a wonderful experience with a webkinz and the virtual word. If there is some order, then there's nothing to worry about and you and your child's webkinz experience is going to be awesome.



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Webkinz, stuffed toys for young and old.

Webkinz are plush stuffed animals that come with a tagcontaining a one of a kind computer code.The owner then goes toWebkinz world and enters the code, creating an account.
The account includes a small computer animated version of thestuffed animal,users are allowed to print a certificate ofadoption, and to play in Webkinz World. In Webkinz World, theaccount owner can feed his or her pet, provide them withfurniture and toys, earn Webkinz dollars by playing games anddoing math, and much more.
Webkinz animals are the latest fad to hit big with children.Theyear 2006 saw these little darlings only to be found in a fewspecific shops.Some flower stores had them.When Christmas timerolled around, the trend was a nationwide phenomenon, by springsome Webkinz could no longer be found on store shelves.
The thought behind the Webkinz craze taking off so fast may haveto do with the online part.Children and, quite frankly alot ofadults, can use their internet accounts to play in a safe,secure climate. Because there is no chat, the worry about childpredators is not a concern.Webkinz owners can have a great timeand an educational one as well.
Retiring these stuffed animals are the latest fad. The Webkinzthat have been retired are not going to be made and sold by thecompany any more.Just like Beanie Babies,Ganz has had theforesight to make these adorable toys valued by collectors andever increasing in worth with this policy.
*Basset Hound: A great sense of smell sets the Basset Houndapart, thus he can sniff out tips for any mystery. Special Food:Kibble Kabob Special Item:Detective Desk* Reindeer (Seasonal)Reindeer isn't officially one of the "retired" Webkinz, but isseasonal and is rather difficult to track down as well. He's nowavailable for pre-order in a few places though... Special Item:Magical Santa Sleigh Special Food: Red 'N Green Cuisine *SherbetBunny (Seasonal) This cute bunny can bring the warmth of springall year round! Particularly fond of sherbet. :) Special Item:Springtime Basket Chair Special Food: Creamy Carrot Sherbet *St. Bernard St. Bernard Webkinz is my personal favorite - loyalto a fault, the St. Bernard is one of the most hard workingdoggies around, and is an especially lovable Webkinz for kids.Special Item: Ski Lodge Fireplace Special Food: Bacon Bone *Unicorn Unicorn is the most magical and mysterious of all theWebkinz toys - truly a unique and wonderful creature. SpecialItem: Magical Meadow Bed Special Food: Sparkling Flower Fondue*Brown Horse: This little darling is bound to be loved by anychild.Who doesn't like horseys. Special Food: Clover CakeSpecial Item: Racetrack Treadmill Special. *Cheeky Cat: Thisadorable stuffed animal is getting hardier and hardier to trackdown. Special Item: Cheeky Kitty Range Special Food: Puffer FishPastry *Cheeky Dog: This is the big one, the retired Webkinzthat is the most diffcult to find. Special Item: Cheeky DogGrill Special Food: Berried Bone Bonbons Grey and White Cat:This grey feline has a very vivid sense of adventure! SpecialItem: Cat Trick Trampoline Special Food: Flounder Flan * LovePuppy The hearted splashed coat of this plush toy really showshis love and devotion. Special Item: Tender Hearts LoveseatSpecial Food: Sweetheart Tart * Orange (Gold and White) Cat Veryspecial kitty.Special Item: Kitty Dairy Fridge Special Food:Tuna Caramel Corn
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