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The Banner titles: “Toys That Take You Into A Virtual World!“
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Be-Bratz.com is a Bratz themed online world operated by MGA Entertainment. Access to the site requires the purchase of a special Be-Bratz fashion doll. The box includes a USB device necklace, which is required for the initial registration on Be-Bratz, it also includes a small computer mouse, a Bratz Doll and a Bratz Pet. <<more>>
Shining Stars is a collection of 24 collectible plush characters. Each character comes with a secret code, which is found inside a sealed tag. The code allows kids to name and register a star with the International Star Registry. Upon selecting a constellation and naming a star, the website will show a (small) printable map and coordinates for the star. <<more>>
Barbie GirlsBarbieGirls.com is the first virtual online world designed exclusively for girls.
The free website offers girls the opportunity to create a personalized avatar and design a private room. Other activities include short mini-games, a movie theater and the option to have filtered real-time chats with other girls. Exploration is rewarded with B Bucks, the games virtual currency. B Bucks can be spent in fashion, furniture and accessories shops. <<more>>
MyePetsRescue Pets are small cuddly plush toys that come with access codes for the online site My-e-Pets.com <<more>>
Webkinz are stuffed animals originally released by the Ganz gift company in 2005. The toys are similar to many other small soft toys, however they come with a special code on their labels that allows access to the “Webkinz World” website. Here the player can “adopt” a virtual version of the pet. <<more>>