What is Webkinz?

Answer 1

Webkinz are plush toys that come with a secret code, which you can use to access your virtual pet online. On Webkinz World, the Secret Code allows the user to own a virtual version of the pet for virtual interaction. (see related link) The toys are made and distributed by Ganz. They were one of the most popular toys in 2007. There are also smaller, less expensive versions of the toys called Lil' Kinz. In June 2008, Webkinz opened its own eStore, where users can buy virtual items such as furniture and virtual pets. There are many types of Webkinz - some are normal pets, some wild animals, some mythical creatures, and some completely made up. The online world also contains many rare or exclusive items. Some of these items require developing a friendship with the Curio Shop owner to purchase, while others are obtained by registering other Webkinz accessories purchased in the real world. Each type of pet gets a special food available exclusively for them. Also, a Pet of the Month is announced at the beginning of each month. If a person registers the announced pet in that month, they will receive other exclusive items. Many of the tasks in Webkinz World involve collecting items. For example, recipes are released for the players through cookbooks or one of the TV Shows called The Secret Chef. "Gems" can be mined once a day at the Curio Shop, with a full set of gems being turned into the Webkinz Crown of Wonder and used to buy exclusive items. A similar feature, called Alyssa's Star Hunt, involves users clicking on colored stars to find valuable stars. Customers can also go to Dr. Quack for a check up on their Webkinz' health. * The ability to create shows with the Webkinz Studio, and enter to be chosen to appear on the Webkinz television. * Buying a swimming pool, where Webkinz can swim around to improve their health. * Sending gifts or letters to friends on a peer-to-peer network. * Invite a friend over to your house, where you can chat and interact with some Board Games and items. * Participate in the hourly events, which can earn you prizes, KinzCash, and coupons, among other things. * Play Wacky Bingoz, a form of Bingo where you get one, two, and three ball games every day. * Brushing your pets teeth, hair, washing paws/feathers/feet etc, bathing. * Body spray and lip gloss--unlocks a piece of furniture for the Salon theme * Clothing for the Webkinz stuffed toys--unlocks KinzStyle bag, which can be used to access the KinzStyle shop. The KinzStyle shop contains clothing that can't be found anywhere else. * Charms--gives access to Charm Forest, an area of Webkinz World. The more charms are collected, the more prizes a user can get from the Charm Forest. * Bookmarks--unlocks a Book Bag, allowing the user to choose one free book in Webkinz World. * Mouse pads--unlocks an exclusive Mouse Pad Art Print, a hanging poster of the mousepad. * School supplies--unlocks exclusive KinzPost stationary. * Pet carriers--allows user to assemble an exclusive wardrobe from four choices. * Figurines--unlocks a virtual figurine and a unique prize (varies by figurine); also unlocks a display case that can be used to hold all the figurines. * Wacky Zingoz plush toy--gives access to Wacky Zingoz Extreme, an exclusive version of the game Wacky Zingoz (see List of Webkinz games) * Webkinz Trading Card binders--unlocks two exclusive podiums to hold the virtual binders.