
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!


Linda
would love some educational toys for my 8 mo. old!!
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Becky
I think I would buy the rush hour games (for me), Veggie Tales books, train board books for my boys, and a movie for my hubby,and a Melissa Doug puzzle
Kacy
Throw my name in the hat for this wonderful prize!
Linda
just joined the forum!
Mel
I’d buy some books I’ve been looking for and check out those Melissa and Doug toys. I’ve been wanting to buy some of those for a while. I normally buy books at garage sales and thrift stores. It would be so much fun to buy some new ones!! Thanks for the giveaway!!!
Natalie Gress
A $100 gift card to Borders would be fabulous! I would purchase a variety of books for my daughters. I would also purchase a variety of educational books for my classroom.
Megan F
I would buy books and some educational games for my little boy! :)
Lisa Ault
I let kids pick out some books. I would also get some Mellisa and Doug toys.
Laura
I would buy the I spy books! My son is just at that age where he is starting to like them, so I’ve been hoping to score a gift card or deal to be able to afford them!
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Terri
Beckett the Panda Bear – FIVE of them!!!! :) He is just too cute! Thank you for hosting this!
Debbie K
We homeschool, so with a $100 gift card to Borders I would buy Mythbusters Science Kits, Magnificent Manicure Kit, some Klutz jewelry making and fun craft books, Twilight Action Figures, and bookmarks.
sluggy
I would buy the sciene type kits, like the geology or chemistry 1st science or the crystal kit. Throw in some I Spy books which are always fun too!
sluggy
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sluggy
I am a member of your forum too.
Wylene
I would purchase a special edition of Monopoly.
sluggy
I added your badge/button to my blog.
Wylene
I also subscribe via RSS and emial.
Michele
I’m a member of the forums.
Tacy
I want to get some logic puzzle books for my boys…this would be perfect!
Tacy
I subscribe via email!
Harmony
I’d definitely buy Melissa and Doug puzzles for my 12month old son! I’d love to splurge on him, but have been frugal due to the economy… this gift would be perfect for us for Christmas!
Harmony
Subscribing via email to your blog! :)
Michelle
I would love to get some of the Melissa and Doug puzzles for my son!
Michelle
I subscribed via email!! Thanks!
gabby
I would definetly buy Melissa and Doug puzzles for my 18 months old boy.Thank you.
Kendall C
I’ve always wanted to buy Melissa and Doug puzzles that have all the snaps, locks and fasterners…sorry, if that makes no sense. Thanks for the chance to win!
Karen
I love the Melissa and Doug Puzzles as well!
Karen
I subscribe via email!