These cards are already the hit of the summer! For $6, we have had so much fun, the kids are rocking their math and are getting a boatload of exercise.
Here are the two main ways we use them:
1️⃣ Throw some in the pool (they will sink unless sitting perfectly on top of the water) and have a race to get 10 hearts, all even numbers, numbers divisible by 3, etc.
2️⃣Throw only the numbered cards (2-10) into the pool (you can do all numbered or only red or black, for example) and then have the kids race to bring back cards which make an equation to make a certain number. The kids absolutely love this!!! We also make rules like:
- your equation must be at least 3, 4 or 5 cards
- we exclude the 10s
- we exclude "double digits"... meaning you can only get one of each number. No 2x2, for example
- If I'm feeling like a softie, we'll even include the Aces to use as ones. But that makes it soooo much easier so beware!
- We throw in more or less cards. We tend to do one suit per person playing but including more would make it easier to find that one card you are looking for
I love how you can tailor this to your child's level. It has been so fun to see the equations they come back with. They literally beg for us to do this and I love how they are working on quick math recall.... and simple equations!
The ink on the cards is starting to wear off in some places but we've already used them so much we don't even care. They have been well worth the price for what we've used them for. Cheaper than a math workbook and much more fun!
As other reviewers have already stated, they are stiff when right out of the package but they do loosen up and become easier to play with outside of the water. Just realize these are more plastic than paper so will feel different than traditional playing cards.
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Hoyle Waterproof
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Waterproof and WashableWaterproof and washable, yet easy to shuffle and deal! These clear plastic cards are ideal for camping, picnics, the pool, the beach, or even kids eating peanut butter sandwiches! |
Play AnywhereHOYLE has developed the perfect deck of cards for playing just about anywhere that would be impossible with ordinary paper cards. The clear plastic cards are a familiar, standard size and are easy to shuffle and deal – even when they’re wet! |
Any MessCan handle water, sand, mud, barbecue sauce, salad dressing, you name it. |
Clear playing cards?Sounds like seeing another player’s hand should be easy, right? But HOYLE cards are cleverly designed so the number and face of each card are in opaque areas on the edges and center. The fonts and suits are large and easy to read, too. |
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| 6 in 1 Fun Pack | Mixed Emojis | Seal Squad | Super Me! | Monkey May I | Sharks are Wild | |
| Ages | 3+ | 6-8 | 6-8 | 4-6 | 4-6 | 4-6 |
| Skills | Family Fun | Recognizing Emotions | Teamwork | Empathy | Self Control | Number Sequences |
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Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2020
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Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2018
The cards I received do not have paint that "bubbles" or scratches off; no negative marks there.
The look of the cards is pretty cool. Each individual card is a little bit 'glossy', not fully transparent. If you fan the deck in a smooth way you see a cool 'infinity-mirror' affect. The box reminds me a little bit too much of 90s pencil holders.
I do agree with a review I read that it would be nice if these cards had the tiniest bit of noticable texture, especially when wet.
The worst thing in my experience: card flicking. I have a friend who can stick traditional cards into some suprising surfaces with just a flick of a wrist. I have always been jealous of his skills. Upon receiving these cards, I start to flick them at the wall. One of them shatters. :(
Not the intended use of a card... so you have trade offs. Regular cards can be ruined by improper use just as easy as these cards can (as of this review).
Final review: cool product, material is no worse than standard cards but has potential.
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The look of the cards is pretty cool. Each individual card is a little bit ...
By Ian on June 2, 2018
The reviews for this deck have been going on for a while. Reading through some of them before and after buying this product I found many of them to be untrue.By Ian on June 2, 2018
The cards I received do not have paint that "bubbles" or scratches off; no negative marks there.
The look of the cards is pretty cool. Each individual card is a little bit 'glossy', not fully transparent. If you fan the deck in a smooth way you see a cool 'infinity-mirror' affect. The box reminds me a little bit too much of 90s pencil holders.
I do agree with a review I read that it would be nice if these cards had the tiniest bit of noticable texture, especially when wet.
The worst thing in my experience: card flicking. I have a friend who can stick traditional cards into some suprising surfaces with just a flick of a wrist. I have always been jealous of his skills. Upon receiving these cards, I start to flick them at the wall. One of them shatters. :(
Not the intended use of a card... so you have trade offs. Regular cards can be ruined by improper use just as easy as these cards can (as of this review).
Final review: cool product, material is no worse than standard cards but has potential.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2018
Size: 1-PackVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2015
Size: 1-PackVerified Purchase
Print Easily Scratches Off
By Jen on August 14, 2015
I do not recommend - the print on the cards scratch off within the first use. The cards would be perfect if the print was laminated to eliminate scratching. The cards also stick together once wet which makes shuffling a hard task but that's a fair sacrifice for being able to play card games in the pool. The case is not perforated so the cards need to dry before you put them away.
By Jen on August 14, 2015
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Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2018
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Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2021
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