I think that she gets to "be" Dora makes it more interesting for her. For a kid who watches Dora maybe... once a week IF THAT, she really loves Dora.
Our kids are REALLY good at ruining things and losing pieces so I don't like spending lots of money on things. As it is, we have to keep the games up high so Maylie doesn't get them down herself, and then her brother would spread the cards all over the house. He will ruin pretty much anything in reach.