Chatterchix Starter Set Girls Trading Cards Kids Product Review

INDIVIDUAL CATEGORY RATINGS

EASE OF USE

Somehow, beyond our understanding, kids just have a knack as to how to play with trading cards. Really, there's no need for instructions because we just opened the package and the girls began to explore. They were excited to use the stickers to place flowers on the included map to denote where their "girls" came from - no one told them to do it, nor were there instructions that recommended it - but it just came naturally! Additionally, our adult reviewers appreciated the guidance on the packaging with regard to which cards could be considered "rare" (especially being a product none of our review team had ever seen before).

DURABILITY

Tough category for cards - bottom line, paper can only handle so much wear and tear; however, for our older girls, the protective pages within the vinyl binder will keep them from becoming tattered. Our younger girls were more interested in holding and looking at the cards (and working on reading them to us!), so, the review team agreed that the younger the user, the less the durability.

VISUAL APPEAL

First comment was on the packaging of the cards as well as the vinyl binder cover - bright and inviting were the words that came to mind. The packing of the cards certainly peaked the girls interest as the just wanted to rip them open. Once opened - our adult reviewers loved the unique look of the many girls - from dark hair and glasses to differing clothing styles the pictures help create the personality of each of the girls. The reviewers also agreed the Chatterpets are cute too, but not as cute as the girls. Finally, our reviewers also checked out the Chatterchix website - it's just as bright and inviting as the cards with some activities available as well.

FUNCTIONALITY

Our reviewers found multiple functions for the cards; however, the first comments were with regard to the overall idea of trading cards - they tend to be a fad. Reviewers also agreed that all fads aren't bad, but the more a fad catches on, the more functional the product would turn out to be! That begin said - even if a fad is not created by these cards, there are many functions. First, girls have an opportunity for card collecting which tends to be a male-dominated activity. Second, the girls have the opportunity to find states on the map, marking where their "girls" are from as well as learning fun facts about the state (included on the cards). Lastly, these cards really do present girls with the values of respect, love, responsibility and friendship in a unique way.

COST EFFICIENCY

Our panel guessed $15 as a price tag for the Chatterchix Starter Set, so at about $5 more, they are a little pricy. Also, our reviewers noted that this is a starter set - for sure your girls are going to want to purchase additional trading card packs to increase their collection (think stocking stuffers?!). For some, made in the USA helped to justify the price!

ORIGINALITY

Never seen anything like it! Of course, trading cards are by no means new; but, most definitely Chatterchix are unique to the category. A fresh idea for girls, especially those who are interested in collections.

OVERALL RATING

Our panel loves to see new ideas - especially those that have positive images for our young girls, so, with that in mind, Chatterchix is a great product! Our girls were engaged and are interested in obtaining additional cards to add to this collection. Adult reviewers loved their desire to place flowers on the map and little did our girls know they were learning along the way!