We are HUGE fans of Melissa & Doug toys in our house. 

My daughter asks for them by name -- she doesn't ask for a set of pretend food, it's "the Melissa & Doug Cupcake Decorating Set" that's requested. 

So I was THRILLED when I learned that Melissa & Doug was offering bloggers the opportunity to host a toy giveaway!! 

And right before the holidays too :-)

You can win one of their

Terrific 20 Holiday Gifts for 2012!

First, let me tell you why we are such big fans of Melissa & Doug toys.  They are beautiful and well-made toys!  I love that so many of their items are made from wood and are very sturdy, hold up well and last for years. 

And a big plus for me -- their toys encourage curious and creative play! 

While the kids are having fun, they are also learning, creating and exploring.  And there's a wonderful variety in the toys they offer: pretend play, arts & crafts, toys that encourage learning, classic toys, outdoor items and more!

"How can I win?", you ask?! 

Giveaway:

There are two ways to win a toy for your child:

You can visit Melissa & Doug's Facebook page where they are having a

"20 Days of Terrific Twenty Toy" giveaway with a FREE toy

each day beginning November 6th!

We will also be giving away one of the

Terrific Twenty Toys from the 2012 Holiday Gift List! 

One lucky Edventures with Kids reader will get to choose

one of the 20 featured toys.

Enter below between Nov. 8th - Nov. 14th and we will announce the winner on Facebook, Twitter and G+ on Monday, Nov. 19th!

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And many thanks to Melissa & Doug for helping to kick-start our holiday gift-giving this year!!

You can also enter more Melissa & Doug giveaways on these great blogs:

This Reading Mama  --  Living Life Intentionally  --  Crafy Mom Share
Glittering Muffins  --  Let Children Play  --  True Aim  --  Royal Baloo

Reading Confetti  --  Putti’s World  --  Creative Learning Fun
Hey Mommy, Chocolate Milk  --  Toddler Approved

In Lieu of Preschool  --  School Time Snippets  --  No Twiddle Twaddle

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Disclaimer:  Melissa & Doug provided me with an item from the 2012 Terrific Twenty toy list along with another to give away to one of my readers (which I am very thankful for) but all opinions included in this post are my own.  My family owns many Melissa & Doug products and I am happy to recommend them to others.