
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!


JoAnna
I would buy my son the magic science wizard’s kit, meteor rocket kit, rush hour and any other toys or books he may like.
Brenda
I love to give Melissa and Doug toys. Cookbooks are also a great gift idea. Thanks for the giveaway!
JoAnna
I have your badge on my side bar
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Jami
We would buy the Klutz crafts and Alex toys. They are so much fun and original.
JoAnna
I joined DSM forums
JoAnna
I subscribe to your email
Jami
I subscribe to your email! Thanks!
Jenny
I would buy some Melissa & Doug toys. Please enter me in the giveaway.
megan vogler
i am a subscriber to email!
megan vogler
I would buy some board games for my kids and some I SPYS. My 4 year old son loves them!
Jami
I just joined the Deal Seeking Forum!
Julianne
I would buy Curious George books and puzzle games.
Julianne
I am a member of the forums
Julianne
I’m signed up with your RSS feed via google reader
Chrissy
I love all the Melissa and Doug toys also. The play food is so cute…
Chrissy
I am also an email subscriber!
Sarah
I would buy some Melissa & Doug toys and books by Sandra Boynton and Dr. Seuss.
Sarah
I also subscribe to your RSS feed.
Sarah
I also just signed up for the forums.
Lindsey
My daughter is totally obsessed with rhyming books and Dr. Seuss right now so that would be high on my list. Also I really want to get my husband the Sookie Stackhouse box set. I think he would really like those. I think I could finish my Christmas shopping with that kind of giftcard!
Thanks so much for the great giveaway!
jessica
My family and I love books and games, so I would buy as many as I possibly could.
Renee Bailie
I would get the band in a box as well as the bowling and a puzzle or two. Those look really fun!
kerry
I subscribe to your feed!
kerry
I would buy my daughter the full set of Junie B. Jones books… she is pestering me to “get her the next one” every day!
Renee Bailie
I am also a subscriber to your feed through RSS on google reader – thank you for helping us find great deals!
Tracey
I would use the gift card to buy holiday books for my toddler – she loves books. I would also pick up a few “first books” for my infant son. I would also use it to buy holiday gifts for my oldest nephew who is 12 and very into American History. I would also probably try to find a book for my Mom. My whole family really loves to read!
Thanks
Michelle K
I would buy some Melissa and Doug puzzles, some Fancy Nancy books, and cute little Mickey Mouse items for the little one. They also have great jewelry and craft sets at Borders.
Michelle K
I just signed up for the forums
Michelle K
I am already a subscriber.
joanna
I have a 6 year old who cannot get enough reading into her day! And I also have twin 4 year olds who are big fans of Melissa & Doug toys. We could easily find things to purchase to please all three. I am already a subscriber on google reader and now have added http://www.dealseekingmom.com to our family blogroll
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thanks!!!