Simply Fun Review and Giveaway

It's already starting. Every time I take Balian shopping, he wants a new toy. I'm a big fan of consignment shops. which usually have toys scattered throughout the children's section, and as soon as he sees a toy, it's like my little monkey goes bananas! Balian loves to play, as any infant (soon-to-be toddler) should. That's why, when I was contacted by Diana Duncan, a rep for Simply Fun, I just had to find out more about her company.

Simply Fun is a direct sales company that promotes learning and connecting through play.

From the Simply Fun website:

Play teaches children important academic, social and developmental skills. It helps them make sense of their world. From ABC's to saying please, children are hard-wired to learn through play.

Play allows important human connections to take root, to grow, and to flourish. It allows us to share with each other — to really know each other as human beings.

And ultimately, play lightens our load. It relieves stress and creates joyful memories that we can go back to mentally to help us through our rough patches.

Play keeps our families connected!

It's true- play is so important. My parents spent a lot of time playing with me, and my sister. We especially played a lot of games, which we loved! My goal is to absolutely do the same thing with Balian, and not to let my busy work-at-home mom schedule get in the way of his education and development. So, we devote a large portion of the day to playing together! When Diana D. asked if she could send a learning toy Balian's way, we were thrilled! There aren't a whole lot of Simply Fun products appropriate for his age, but we found one that works perfectly for him.

Meet Digger the Dog! Digger is an adorable full-bodied plush friend and puppet in one. He's straight from the artwork of a popular Simply Fun game- Walk the Dogs. Digger is soft and fluffy, and extremely lovable! I wish I could have captured Balian's face when we introduced him to Digger. Balian loves puppies- big and small, but I have really horrible allergies with cats and most dogs, so a puppy is probably going to be out of the question. Since Digger is a puppet, I can easily make him pant, 'lick' Balian with his long tongue, hop around, chase Balian, lie down, etc. To Balian, Digger is real, and he's his best new friend! Balian spends a lot of time with Digger... they play together, and they even take naps together sometimes! This adorable pup is a wonderful friend, and a wonderful learning/teaching tool. It's helping me teach Balian about the things puppies do and the sounds they make. Digger is an utter delight to have around here! I can already tell that he and Balian are going to be pals for a long time!

Balian and Digger at play together...

Simply Fun has games available for toddlers, preschoolers, elementary and even teenagers! If you're looking for a way to stimulate the minds of your kids, while having fun, look no further! From board games to puzzles, Simply Fun has plenty of things to choose from for every age group. Bring back family game night with some games from Simply Fun! And don't forget... playing with your children is one of the best things you can do for them/with them! Let's encourage all the families we know to play, play, play!

Want It? Buy It!

Contact Simply Fun rep Diana Duncan or visit her website to purchase Simply Fun Products.

Want It? Win It!

Two lucky Mommy Blog readers will win a set of Hello Friends playing cards from Simply Fun with Diana!

Have fun playing a card matching game while learning to say HELLO in six languages. Players take turns laying down cards which match the languages played, or using wilds and goodbyes that have all the languages listed. The first player to play all his or her cards wins the game!

Use the entry form to enter this great giveaway!

Good luck, everyone!

~Ondria~

Disclaimer: I was sent the above mentioned product directly from this consultant. I was not compensated in any way for facilitating this review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own. Your experience with this product may differ.