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VTech Learning Toys Review & Prize Package Giveaway – valued at $130!! (ends 11/12)

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Disclosure: VTech provided me with all the toys and information for this review/giveaway, in order to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own and honest. I am disclosing this in accordance to FTC Guidelines.

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As the holidays draw near I am getting excited at the thoughts of what gifts we can get for Gradie.  This is her second Christmas, but the first where I think she’ll be more interested in what’s going on than she was a year ago 🙂   However, it’s also really important, to both Jeanna and I, that the gifts Gradie receives are not only fun, but also having an educational aspect is really important.  She’s at the age where she is learning so much, really absorbing everything that is going on around her.

Lucky for us VTech has a wide variety of toys that serve both purposes, perfectly – FUN & EDUCATIONAL!!!  Even luckier for our little family is that I was approached to review four of these amazing toys;

  • VTech® Chomp & Count Dino™ (Age 12-36 months)
  • VTech® Sit-to-Stand Smart Cruiser™ (Age 6-36 months)
  • VTech® Grow-Along Music Center™ (Age 12-36 months)
  • VTech® Smart Shots Sports Center™ (Age 12-36 months)

There’s nothing NOT to love about these toys.  First off – receiving all of these at the door made it feel like Christmas came early, although I am sure I was more excited than Gradie, she didn’t know what was in the box – yet!

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VTech® Chomp & Count Dino

The first thing I opened up was the VTech® Chomp & Count Dino.  Gradie loves sticking things into holes, so I was excited to have something constructive for her to practice this hand eye coordination skill with, and not be sticking random things in random places 🙂 .

The VTech® Chomp & Count Dino is for ages 12 through 36 months and I can definitely see Gradie palying with this one for some time to come.  She will be able to learn colors, numbers as well as food.  There are 8 pieces, each a different color with a different food on it.  Each time Gradie sticks the pieces of ‘food’ into the dino’s mouth he recognizes what he is eating; he counts the number of pieces you’ve fed him, and is able to ask you to give him specific colors/foods.

VTech Chomp & Count Dino

As Gradie gets older she’ll be able to answer the questions that Dino asks when you push the question mark on his head, her cousin Elliot had a great time trying out this feature.  Also, on the side of the VTech® Chomp & Count Dino there are 5 shape buttons which teach shapes and numbers, then you can spin the disc on your dino’s back and he will play sing-along songs. The dino can also be pushed or pulled by a string for even more fun melodies.

There really are so many different features to this toy that keep Gradie entertained for ages, and her cousins too when they come over to play, they’re 2 and 3 now and just love it.  You can pick up the VTech® Chomp & Count Dino at VTechKids and of course at Amazon, and for just $19.99 this is a must have for your kids holiday wish list.

VTech® Sit-to-Stand Smart Cruiser

I’ve mentioned in reviews before, I absolutely LOVE products that grow with your child, and the VTech® Sit-to-Stand Smart Cruiser is one of those toys.  With recommended ages between 6 and 36 months your child is bound to get plenty of use out of this toy.

Gradie first took to use this toy as a ‘walker’.  She wasn’t quite up and walking yet and she found great use out of using it to steady herself to get around the living room, and all over at Grandma’s house.  Now that she’s walking (everywhere) she likes to sit on it and is staring to figure out the concept of pushing herself around while on it.

She also really enjoys playing with the activity panel on the steering wheel, and why wouldn’t she? With over 80 songs, sounds and phrases she is learning all about opposites, words and her favorite songs.  The Sit-to-Stand Smart Cruiser also has a fun front activity panel, more to keep Gradie occupied, and it has storage under the seat, which is great fun for Gradie, she especially LOVES hiding her mom’s keys, phones, and remotes in there.

Again you can purchase this toy from VTechKids or Amazon and comes with a MSRP of $39.99, which is money well spent on such a great quality product that will grow along with your child.

VTech® Grow-Along Music Center

I mentioned above that one of Gradie’s favorite things is songs, really any music she just loves, and she’s at the stage now where she tried to bounce along to the tune, it’s the cutest thing.  Naturally we have had a rough time trying to get her to stop playing with this Grow-Along Music Center 🙂 .

She mimics us when we sing into something, like the microphone on her Grow0-Along Music Center and as she is ‘singing’ into the mic, there are lights that correspond to her voice.  She really thinks this is the greatest thing ever.

She can also push the instrument buttons that produce guitar, saxophone and drum noises, or the five animal keys that teach her about animals, colors and musical instruments.  Your children can switch the Grow-Along Music Center between Learn & Play mode and Sing-Along mode to become learning super stars – who knows your kid could be the next Idol 😉

Head over to Amazon or VTechKids to order your Grow-Along Music Center, for just $29.99, to ensure you get it in plenty of time for the upcoming holidays.

VTech® Smart Shots Sports Center

As I was growing up, with 3 older brothers, sports were always a huge part of our lives, and they continue to be now that we’re all adults, which I think is great – staying active and healthy.  While I realize that Gradie is just 16 months old, I am happy that the VTech® Smart Shots Sports Center is allowing me to introduce her to sporting activities, and she’s learning at the same time.  WIN – WIN!!

The Smart Shorts Sports Center has both a soccer net and a basketball hoop.  Gradie is definitely still learning how to kick a ball, but this has given us more of a reason to teach her.  She loves throwing the ball through the hoop, in fact she’ll throw just about anything through the hoop that will fit.  Of course the fun sounds/counting that happen each time the ball is kicked into the net or thrown through the net encourages her to keep doing it.

The VTech® Smart Shots Sports Center has buttons, lights, songs, and more that keep Gradie coming back for more, she just can’t get enough, I am sure she has no idea she’s learning while she’s playing.

VTech Smart Shots Sports Center

As with the other products you can pick up the VTech Smart Shots Sports Center (recommended age range is 12 to 36 months) at Amazon and VTechKids for $39.99.  This is another great toy, at an amazing price, to add to the kids wish lists for grandparents and friends/family to pick up for them.

Now I know you cannot wait to get online and order these toys/update your children’s holiday gift wish lists, and while you’re doing that I encourage you to also head over to VTech on Facebook and Twitter that way you’ll be kept up to date on all new toys as they come out, you wouldn’t want to miss anything.

As the title of this post says – there is a HUGE giveaway too!!  Enter, via the rafflecopter below, to WIN all four products I received.  That’s a $130 value, you DON’T want to miss this one!!

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Giveaway is open to US, 18+ entrants only
Giveaway ends 11/12/14 at 11:59pm EST

Make sure you come back daily to claim your daily entry options for more chances to be the lucky winner!!

Good Luck & Happy Playing!!

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Disclosure: I am not associated with any of the companies named above. No purchase is necessary to enter. Void where prohibited by law. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received Open to the Continental USA, 18+ only. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this giveaway. My blog is not responsible for product shipment/delivery. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest, Instagram or Klout. This disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements. Entrants must only enter with either one email address, IP address and/or Facebook account, anyone found violating these rules will be disqualified. It is at the sole discretion of the admin of the giveaway if the winner has met the rules or not.

Comments

  2. Cassandra Eastman says

    All these toys look like so much fun! I love that Vtech toys are so durable and that they make sounds and light up. Definitely hours of fun for little ones!

  3. Robin Abrams says

    I would love the InnoTab 3S Plus – The Learning Tablet for my grandchildren they would love to have one

  5. Tiffany Greene Elliott says

    My kids would love the InnoTab 3S Plus – The Learning Tablet!! Thank you!!

  6. Christina Foley says

    I’d love to get the InnoTab 3S The Wi-Fi Learning Tablet for my daughter and the Go! Go! Smart Wheels Train Station Playset for my son

  7. Tammy Depcik Namowicz says

    I would be really interested in Kidizoom Smartwatch for my niece and nephew this Christmas.

  12. Sarah Phillips says

    I love that all these toys are fun and educational. I especially love that the VTech® Chomp & Count Dino helps improve a child’s hand eye coordination. These skills are extremely important to learn and if they can have fun while doing it, all the better!

  17. Dorothy Boucher says

    I love the fact that more than one can play with these toys, and l love the fact that they are playing and learning at the same time 🙂 thanks for share and great review

  20. Penni says

    I love the fact that VTech’s products are designed to be fun AND educational for kids – and, judging from the photos above, they are quite visually appealing, too!

  22. Marilyn Nawara says

    I would like to get the grandkids the Kidizoom Smartwatch or the InnoTab Max Computer.

  23. Kasee Johnson says

    I have a little one that is in love with the Switch&Go Dinos, and another little one that cannot get enough of the Go! Go! racers. The Go! Go! Smart Animal sets will make perfect holiday gifts.

  24. Kasee Johnson says

    The Chomp and Count Dino would be a favorite in this house. I love that VTech thinks ahead and makes sure that the toys will keep kids entertained even after they’ve mastered their basic shapes, colors, numbers, and foods. My youngest would love feeding him, while the next-in-line kiddo would enjoy bopping it on the head and answering the questions!

  25. Cheryl Rahkonen says

    I would love to have the Switch & Go Dinos – Brok the Brachiosaurus for my grandchildren.

  27. Cheryl Rahkonen says

    I learned that the VTech Toys are educational while still very entertaining to the children. Also I learned that the price tag is not out of this world and very much affordable for us that must watch our pennies closely.

  31. Emily I. says

    I really like that vtech toys grow with your child so that they continue to be fun and educational as your child gets older! I appreciate the review.

  34. Amanda Alvarado says

    I entered at Powered by Mom but her comments aren’t working right now so I’m leaving my comment here! My dd would love the New InnoTab Max!

  39. Gayle Spitzer says

    I love VTech toys! My grandson would think I was the greatest if I bought him the new Bronco the RC Triceratops from VTech’s Switch & Go Dino® Turbo. It looks like fun!

  40. Timandmichele Ash says

    I enjoyed reading your Terrific Review on the VTech Learning Toys! These Toys are all absolutely Wonderful! I love that the children are playing but they are actually learning as well! That makes for a Fantastic Toy! I know that these toys are sturdy and will last up to a child’s play. This would absolutely be terrific for my Granddaughter, Scarlett. She’s 1 1/2 and loves to play. I think she would love the music and the microphone (which your daughter enjoyed) and also the sports toy! Your daughter looked as though she was having a ball (no pun intended) with it! Thanks so much for going into detail on each and every toy in this giveaway! I truly do appreciate it! I just love every single one of these! Thanks again, Michele 🙂

  42. Melissa E says

    I love how educational the count and chomp dino is, as well as encourages healthy eating habits.

  45. Anastasia Falling says

    They have a lot of great, fun stuff on their site. I’m sure the kids would love them all! one thing I’d love for the kids is the Innotab 3s! I love kids tech and I know they loe having tech just like their parents 🙂

  46. Alexa Cohen says

    I love that they are designed to be fun and educational for kids! Awesome review!

  48. brandi hawn says

    i’d like to get the kiddie zoom smart watch for my oldest son. he has been asking for a watch and it may as well be a super awesome one! lol 🙂

  49. Hannah M says

    The Go Go Smart Animals play sets look like lots of fun! My daughter would have so much fun driving the animals around.

  50. Lorena says

    I would like to have
    Bronco the RC Triceratops from VTech’s Switch & Go DinoTurbo for one of my boys!! 😉 Thanks for the giveaway!

  56. Janet Lee says

    My great nephew would love the Kidizoom Smart Watch 🙂 He loves pushing buttons, electronic ones anyway lol 🙂

  57. Janet Lee says

    Wow, now I know if I don’t win these, I’m going to have to go buy the Sit and Stand for sure! My great nephew can walk and knows to push or pull himself on a trike so he would love that….. plus omgosh it has buttons to push too? He will be in heaven lolll Thanks for your review 🙂

  59. Jessamine Marie R. D. says

    I remember having a VTech toy when I was younger (the one that’s shaped like a laptop) and I remember learning how to type there. 🙂 I think VTech toys are tried and tested and that they’re now more modern than before. 🙂

  60. Tina says

    I love how Vtech toys grow with your child. Electronics can be so pricey and can become too easy for some kids. I love how they challenge kids as they grow.

  61. Jessica Stout says

    I learned that they can keep a child interested and learning. And thats exactly what I want for my son. Have fun and learn.

  62. YVETTE NEWMAN says

    Was I suppose to pick just one. That was hard to do. I guess i would go with VTech® Smart Shots Sports Center as this is my first grand baby coming and we are big sports nuts here

  64. jennifer wexler says

    i learned that the VTech® Smart Shots Sports Center is for ages 12-36 months

  66. Becky VanGinkel says

    I love that VTech toys are so interactive, and mix learning with having fun! All of the bright colors really attract our 20 month old to VTech toys.. even in the store she picks them out first. At their site, I love that it is so easy to navigate.. my favorite way to search for toys is by age!

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  69. molli vandehey says

    i lov evtech! the perfect cocmbination between tradition and new technology. i see so many thigns i remember playing with, but they also adapt new opportunities for kids! i love the new learning toys, but every one of my kids will have that puppy!

  72. Mare Wagenbach says

    I do not have any VTech products or toys in my home. I am entering this giveaway specifically on the review you’ve given. I am impressed that these teach while entertaining the child and giving them exercise. And, I like that all have songs and music included in each of the 4 toys. Our son loves to ‘sing’ and we do a lot of singing & playing music in our home and vehicles. Thank you for taking the time to review each one and providing an honest description for each.

  73. Carol L says

    I like the kidsmart zoom watches and the Innotab S3.
    Thanks for the chance.
    Carol L
    Lucky4750 (at) aol (dot) com

  77. Laura Miller says

    Vtech toys are ALL educational. They have toys for all ages! They truly capture my children’s attention!

  85. ET Pruitt says

    I would love to get the Ultimate Amazement Park + Deluxe Track Set Bundle for my 2 year old cousin.

  87. DANIELLE WILLIAMS says

    I LOVE V-tech toys got them for my sister when she was a baby and now will spoil my new neice with them too! glad to see the new stuff coming out cant wait to start spoiling again!!!

  89. Timandmichele Ash says

    Thanks so much for the Terrific review and all the pictures of your daughter playing with the VTech Learning Toys! I can’t say that I have a favorite because I love all of them! I want these for my granddaughter who is about 1 1/2 years old. She loves music and sounds and all of that. Plus, these are terrific toys for that age! Not only are they playing, but they are also learning at the same time! I love those kind of toys!!!! I can already picture her playing with these toys and having a blast!!! These toys are also so well made and will last for quite a while! I love how they help teach the children about colors, shapes, numbers, animals, music, etc., etc., etc.! Thanks again for the Great review! I truly do appreciate it! Thanks again, Michele 🙂

  90. michelle oakley warner says

    vtech is so great for kids that are trying to learn, or parents that want to teach their children, thanks to vtech it is a little easier to teach my child at a young age, they have such great minds for their toys, teaches my child to use all types of senses and stimulates the mind, thanks for a great review. i love vtech learning toys

  91. Janice Dean says

    I love VTech toys! I learned that the VTech Smart Shots Sports Center is recommended age range is 12 to 36 months and sells at Amazon and VTechKids for $39.99! Thanks

  96. Kay K says

    I learned that VTech toys have multiple learning abilities to them and that as the child grows the learning level of the toy does too. Great review!

  100. Kathy peterson says

    I love the fact that these toys are interactive, they are not just lights and sounds. Leaning on these toys are great. The child finds out doing a certain thing on the toy makes something happen and will repeat what they did, thus learning something new.

  101. AwayGirl100 says

    The Dino chomp looks like so much fun! I love that it recognizes what he is eating counts the pieces and is able to ask you to give him specific colors/foods. just adorable!

  108. Sarah Ann Walker says

    I would love to have the Vtech Match & Explore City and also the Ultimate Amazement Park + Deluxe Track Set Bundle – Go! Go! Smart Wheels toys for my children.

  109. courtney hennagir says

    I learned that they really have a wide variety of toys for kids! You can find something for just about any kid and the prices are reasonable too!

  113. Anita says

    These are some amazing products for children.I am so very excited to get my grandbabies their first ones.

  115. Krystal Maldonado says

    My son would be satisfied with any toy. This would be great! Anything that’s educational would be awesome!!

  117. Susan Emery says

    I learned that VTech helps children learn while having fun. They can learn counting, about music, balance for walking, and all the lights & sounds to keep them active. Definitely worth the money!!

  118. Anne Marie Carter says

    I learned that they make an effort on making toys that are both fun and educational.
    This is something that I look for when I purchase toys for my grandson.

  120. Lula Ruger says

    I learned that these toys are fund AND educational and the will grow with your children so you will get alot of use from them

  122. Debbie says

    Your children can switch the Grow-Along Music Center between Learn & Play mode and Sing-Along mode – I love this feature

  123. Kristin A. says

    Vtech has a nice variety of toys for all different age ranges! Def would love to win this! 🙂

  124. Judy Gregory says

    I love that the toys are durable and very age specific. Learning through play is knowledge retained.

  125. Katherine Riley says

    I learned that some of their toys combine physical activity and learning – great idea!

  126. Gale McCarron says

    What I’ve learned about Vtech is the ability for some of their products to grow with your child meaning lots of use out of one product throughout the years. Makes it a great money purchase.

  128. Cassandra Kelton says

    I learned that Vtech makes toys that can grow with your child and that will have them learning without even realizing it because it just feels like play to them!

  130. Sue Hull says

    What I love about these toys is they have everything for every age group and they’re safe toys. I have a 6 month old granddaughter so I’d love to be able to give her things that I trust won’t hurt her. Thank you for the chance 🙂

  131. Katyann Marne Driver says

    The Innotab max 3 would be great for my little girl thank you for this awesome giveaway

  132. Angie Widhalm says

    My son would love the Ultimate Amazement Park + Deluxe Track Set Bundle – Go! Go! Smart Wheels

  134. maria carrasco says

    I love that Vtech toys are so durable and educational. My son loves to play with them and he really enjoys all the sounds and lights.

  136. Michelle Parker says

    I love the fact they teach the kids while learning and all children can benefit from these toys no matter if they are a slow learner or fast learner they have something for each child in this age group. Thank you for the giveaway.

  139. Karen Knight says

    I would choose the Go! Go! Smart Wheels Train Station Playset . Cody The Smart Cub, Spin & Learn Color Carousel

  145. Sheri Newell Anderson says

    I love how education these toys are and they grow right along with your child, that is so amazing! I have two grandsons that would love playing with these toys, thanks!

  150. Sindy Murray says

    My niece will love the Sit-to-Stand Smart Cruiser. vtech toys are one of my favorite ones to buy for my kids.

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