We are big fans of Plan Toys. Their products are made from rubberwood from natural rubber trees, painted with water based non-toxic dyes, and they use E-Zero glue in place of wood glues. An eco-friendly company, Plan Toys uses recycled and recyclable materials, soy and water-based inks, and solar energy and bio-fuel to power their machinery.
Plan Toys is kindly offering one lucky reader a chance to win their Contemporary Dollhouse.
This dollhouse has a dinstinctly modern feel with clean lines and birght colors. This futuristic dollhouse has 2 open levels allowing for trouble-free access to the interior which comes with transparent paneling that can slide from side-to-side, and its own staircase which can be moved to any part of the house.
Plan Toys is kindly offering one lucky reader a chance to win their Contemporary Dollhouse.
This dollhouse has a dinstinctly modern feel with clean lines and birght colors. This futuristic dollhouse has 2 open levels allowing for trouble-free access to the interior which comes with transparent paneling that can slide from side-to-side, and its own staircase which can be moved to any part of the house.
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What features do you look for when shopping for your children's toys?
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[this giveaway will be closed on Thursday at 11 PM, & the winner will be announced next Friday!]
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(((Tegan and Tage)))
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What features do you look for when shopping for your children's toys?
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[this giveaway will be closed on Thursday at 11 PM, & the winner will be announced next Friday!]
And now, for the winner of last week's giveaway:
(((Tegan and Tage)))
Congratulations! Shoot us an email by 12/4 to mamagiveaways(at)gmail(dot)com with your prize in the subject line, and we will hook you up! Keep checking back for more great giveaways!
With 6 kids, I am particular about the kind and amount of toys that come into our house.. because we are constantly toy overwhelmed, anyway. I like toys that can be used by multiple age groups. Toys that can be used by more than one person at a time. Toys that are for imaginative play (not video games). Toys that are educational. Toys that I can add on to in the future. And each kid only gets 3 gifts for Christmas.
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When shopping for childrens toys I am always looking for a few things. Something that is sturdy, safe, will keep their interest and hopefully eductional or imaginational (ya..I don't think thats a word haha. )
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The number one thing I look for is quality and safety. I would be horrified if I was to get one of my grandbabies a toy that hurt them or made so poorly that they were at risk. With so many recalls lately it seems to get harder and harder to find safe toys. Thats where Plan Toys comes in as they are excellent and this is such a fantastic giveaway! Thank you!
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I try to get toys that have more than one use, creative play toys are great, and toys that can be built and rebuilt in a variety of ways. Of course educational toys are at the top of my list too.
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What I look for is definitely different than what my children look for. Sometimes I look for the simple answer of no added noise, but rather I look for the toy being "open ended" so that it can be played with in a variety of ways.
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ReplyDeleteI also look for toys to be rather indistructable as my boys really like to play rough. So, things with too many small parts are pretty much out for right now.
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Definitely the quality and the uniqueness of toys - there are so many that are junky plastic that do the same thing as all the rest of the toys out there. I want something that will last and is cool... like this dollhouse!
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I try to look for toys that are educational, durable and safe. No small parts since I have a toddler and an infant.
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I look for something that is safe and preferably educational.
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Creativity and imagination are two signs of great toys to me! Also, good sturdy construction and eco-toys are also big on my list!
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i like timeless wood toys, things that capture imagination, and toys don't take up a ton of space.
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We love non-toys at our house. Our current two faves include a box the size of a laundry basket (depending on the day it's a rocket ship, airplane or fishing boat) and a toilet paper roll (periscope or Captain Hook's hook). Also, anything remotely stick-like becomes a great fishing pole.
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The features I look for most of course is safety. I also look for well made toys that will last. I try to stay away from plastic toys that crack easily. Thanks so much.
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ReplyDeleteI look for toys that both of my daughters can play with at the same time. I also like for something with bright colors as they love bright colors
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I like it when products are durable, don't have lots of small pieces to lose and get sucked up in the vacuum and that it encourages them to be creative- thanks!
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Always look at safety when buying toys. Prefer educational toys. I am now a subscriber.
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I know this isn't the 'right answer' but I am primarily interested in whether or not they'll like it and play with it more than once. Then, of course, I consider safety and price.
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I look for toys that run on imagination rather than batteries. Batteries wear out, the imagination never does.
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I have a toddler, and there are lots of things that I look for in toys, like their lasting qualities (I usually go for wood or metal toys), if they have room for imagination rather than just doing it all for the child, keeping their interest, and something that will last. I'd love to pass on my son's wooden toys to his children.
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I look for items that my daughter will play with for more than a few weeks. Something that will catch her attention, that is very entertaining, and something she can play with friends to keep them occupied as well. I think I pretty much have figured out what she plays with most of the time, but sometimes I can be wrong. Thanks for the giveaway.
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I love toys that promote imagination and creativiy and are durable and withold the test of time. Thanks for the chance.
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Besides the price and safety issues, I look for toys that my children will play with often.
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ReplyDeleteI always look for toxin free toys that have been made with materials friendly to the earth! We really try to steer clear of plastics! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
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I always look for a toy that will keep my kids entertained for longer than 10 minutes.
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ReplyDeleteI look for safety and durability, then I want maximum play value with minimum toys. I think if kids are having fun with a toy they are probably gaining new skills, as well.
ReplyDeleteI look for toys that are going to be durable--if a child can break them easily, they're not very safe, either!!
ReplyDeleteI look for good, solid construction. I tend to look for wooden toys, items with great durability, and items that allow for my daughter to use her imagination. This dollhouse definitely fits the bill!!
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I look for educational value. It can be as simple as a doll, but my thoughts will always be, what can my child learn from this when playing with it.
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Safety and quality are the most important. The next is I make sure that it is something that they can learn from.
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I always try to find toys which are safe and also age appropriate. I am pretty much like all parents and with the economy I want to find toys which I know my children will love to play with. It mind sound kind of silly, but my children love toys which are simple as they become toys they cherish for years.
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Although I would love to ban any toy with a million little pieces those are the things my kids love... dismantling and creating is what they are all about...
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There are a few things I look for when buying toys. I look for well made items that will stand the test of time. I also try to make sure they are safe with no loose parts that could easily be swallowed. Thanks for the chance!
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