Webkinz dominate Toy Bestseller List on Amazon

Jul 2 2007, 11:10am CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

If you are parent of a preschooler you might already have encountered the cute plush toys called Webkinz.

When I explored the toy bestseller list on Amazon.com I found several spots including 2nd and 3rd taken by this cuddly looking plush animals. After doing some research I found out why 'Web' is part of the Webkinz name.

Webkinz combine the addictiveness of Tamagotchis with the lovable properties of a plush animal. Kids get a secret code with the plush toy that lets them adopt a virtual pet online. Kids can communicate with their virtual alter ego of the plush toy and decorate a room for it. Recently the service also added a chat room for kids.
Apparently the Webkinz is so addictive that parents struggle keeping the kids away from the Internet.
Webkinz is owned by GANZ, a company that is in business since 50 years.
See the Webkinz site for details on the online part of Webkinz. Shop for the various Webkinz plush toys on Amazon.com.

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Luigi Lugmayr
Luigi is the founding chief Editor of I4U News and brings over 15 years experience in the technology field to the ever evolving and exciting world of gadgets. He started I4U News back in 2000 and evolved it into vibrant technology magazine.
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