Parent Panel also thought the Carddies would make a great restaurant toy, and for other quiet times:

"This product was very well received by my 4 year old boy who had chicken pox at the time. He sat for ages colouring in each character and the scene and was very pleased with the final result. This would make an excellent treat to get out on a rainy afternoon, if you were confined indoors for any reason or when out and about at a restaurant etc"

For full piece, see Parent Panels' sister blog New Mummy's Tips.