
When you think about Borders, a large selection of books neatly lined up on shelves is probably what comes to mind. I know that was my first thought. But Borders recently expanded over 500 of their stores to include a wonderful selection of high-quality educational toys and games, including one of my favorites, Melissa & Doug toys.
Borders recently gave me a $100 gift card to check out their new lineup, and I was pleasantly surprised to find out just how far I was able to stretch this money. All together I managed to score six different Melissa & Doug toys, two I Spy books, an illustrated book of military airplanes, and a small collection of Mickey Mouse board books with a figurine for my “Mickeh Mou” lovin’ baby boy. I came in slightly over budget at $117, but that also included another children’s book that I picked up to donate to the Borders Charity Book Drive.
I found the selection to be quite varied, with choices that encompassed the varied interests of all five of my children, and the employees were extremely helpful. Both ladies working at the store were visited were very knowledgeable and offered suggestions on the best items to choose and were able to help us find exactly what we were searching for.
By the way, if you love the adorable lineup of Melissa & Doug toys, you’ll be excited to know that they are buy one get one 50% off through December 28th! I sometimes think I get just as much enjoyment out of them as my kids do. Save even more by signing up for a Borders Rewards card (you’ll get awesome coupons!) and/or utilizing the buy $50 in Borders gift cards get a bonus $10 GC program.
Two lucky Deal Seeking Mom readers will each win a $100 gift card from Borders. (You’ll need to live within driving distance of a Borders’ store in order to pick up your prize.)
To enter, tell me what toys and games you would purchase with a $100 Borders gift card.
Every reader has four methods available to enter this contest. Choose one each of any combination of method one, two, three, or four for up to a total of 4 entries!!!
Methods of entry:
1. Leave a comment. What toys and games would you purchase?
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Prize:
(2) $100 Borders Gift Card, to be picked up at the winner’s local Borders store.
This giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. PST on Monday, 11/23. I’ll use Random.org to select the winning comment. Winner will be notified by email on and listed on my Giveaway Winners page. Good luck!
While you’re in a contest entering mood, don’t forget to check out the Giveaway Gathering for a variety of contests being hosted on Deal Seeking Mom readers’ blogs!


Denise
I would purchase some parenting books, some board books for my 10 month and some Curious George and Thomas the Train books.
Kelly
I would purchase some new books for my 2 1/2 yr old and almost 1 year old. They LOVE to read and can’t get enough books!!
Jessie C.
I am already a registered user of Deal Seeking Mom Forums .
Maritza
Melissa and Doug are my favorite! I think I could spend $100 on their collection, alone!!!
traci smith
i would like to get beckett the panda bear, [email protected]
Jennifer
I would buy a few Melissa and Doug toys and as many kids cooking books as I can get!
Diane
I would love to buy some Melissa and Doug toys. Thanks for hosting this contest!
kelly jeanie
Books, books, and more books!! Thank you!
Diane
I just subscribed. Thanks!
kelly jeanie
I subscribe to your RSS feed. :)
kristacular
Melissa&Doug toys are great for all the littles in my life! Also I LOVE the Cranium games they have there :)
THANKS!
kristacular
Subscribed via google reader!
THANKS!!
shirlee
I sub. to RSS feed …I would buy a bunch of big wooden puzzles and what ever is left over I would buy newspapers for the coupons! Thanks!
Shannon
I am and email subscriber!
Jawan
Oh, yum….love love love books and various stuff from this store! My 5 year old needs some new books on his shelf and my 2 year old could use some more puzzles from M&D. Thanks!
Jawan
I’m a subscriber (RSS). Love those deals!
Adrianna
I’m an RSS subscriber
Kirsten
I would get Alex brand toys/activities. They’re unique and fun!
Colin
RSS subscription here!
Shannon
My daughters love to read. I would love to take their personal library up in reading level and bring a more advanced selection for them and donate their “baby” books.
Colin
I would use it to buy Manga for me and some presents for family.
Cameron
A M&D floor puzzle, board and picture books for my baby boy and any books truck related for my toddler.
Vanessa M.
Oh how wonderful this would be for my book loving kids! I would pick up ISpy & Marvel books for my 4 1/2 year old son, and Magic Tree House chapter book for my 8 year old daughter!
adrianna
I would buy some books for other people, but mostly books for me. I love childrens books, science, fantasy, poetry. I would also probably splurge and get a couple hardcovers that aren’t usually in the Budget.
csemom
What would I NOT buy! I’d start with the Marley and Me books, and then move on to Melissa and Doug!
Vanessa M.
I added you to my blog!
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Vanessa M.
I registered for the deal seeking mom forums
JULIE
I’m all about some Melissa & Doug toys. My son also really enjoys being read to.
Vanessa M.
I just activated my email subscription .
Thank you for a great give away!!
Josephine
I would buy a boxed set of Diary of Wimpy Kids. My boys love the series!