Fun Giveaway: Leapfrog’s Peek-a-Shoe Octopus and Story Time Pad

Posted on December 9, 2011 in Giveaways

This Peek-a-Shoe Talking Octopus from LeapFrog was a real hit with my two year old. She likes to put the balls inside the octopus and play peekaboo as to which of the toy’s leg the ball drop down to, in the process hearing the number spoken out loud. This toy has three different settings: color, counting and music. The songs are very entertaining and of course catchy that kids can easily pick up. You can control volume and mode and the toy has an auto shut off to save on batteries.  This toy is designed for children 12-36 months old.  You can get this toy right now for just $15 from Amazon.  That’s 50% off!

This Story Time Pad can be customized with your kid’s name, age, favorite colors and more.  This toy holds up to five stories that can be read to your little one by any of the 4 characters available: Scout, Eli, Violet, and Penny.  In addition there is also an alphabet button that plays letter sounds.  This toy is designed for children two and up.

Like with the Peek-a-Shoe Talking Octopus from LeapFrog you can connect this toy to the Leapfrog website and get your kid’s own learning path with suggestions on how to enhance his learning.

You can get this Leapfrog Story Time Pad for 33% off right now on Amazon or $19.96.  Both ship free with Amazon Prime or with Amazon Super Saver shipping with a $25 order.

Win it!

One lucky reader will win one Story Time Pad and one Peek-a-Shoe Talking Octopus.

To enter you can:

1. Leave a comment.

For additional entries (leave an additional comment for each one you complete)

If you are reading this entry on your RSS reader or email newsletter make sure to CLICK HERE to enter this giveaway. Emailing me or leaving a comment on Facebook is not a valid way to enter this giveaway. This giveaway is open to residents of the US 18 years and older. This giveaway ends 12/12 at 3PM EST

This giveaway was sponsored by Leapfrog. This Post was written by me and was not edited by the sponsor. Read more on my disclosure policy.

Fun Giveaway: Cracker Barrel Rocker Chair

Posted on December 9, 2011 in Giveaways

I can’t think of Cracker Barrel without my mouthwatering!  Just the thought of those yummy buttermilk blueberry pancakes makes me hungry all over again.  I have ran Cracker Barrel Giveaways before and you guys have liked them so much that I did not hesitate to say yes again when I was contacted to run this one for a Cracker Barrel Rocking Chair.  Plus let’s face it everyone dreams of spending their afternoon sitting on one of these chairs while life passes you by.  I know I do!  I just wish my kids didn’t make me have to get it from it so much!

Here are some great news from Cracker Barrel!  You can get free shipping on any order of $25 or more when you shop online.  Checkout the Gift Basket section where you can get a gift basket for as low as $19.99.  Personally, I am going for four of these humongous Cracker Barrel mugs for $6.99.  The one we have is my husband’s favorite coffee mug and he never wants to share it :-)

Win it!

One lucky reader will win one Cracker Barrel Rocker Chair:

  • Made of quality hardwood for a fine painted finish, the Ready-to-Assemble rocker is the exact same quality rocker that you’ll find on a Cracker Barrel front porch – only it requires a bit of assembly.
  • All rockers are made from knot-free solid hardwood, no fillers.
  • Crafted by the Hinkle family for over five generations, the rocker features a signature Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® medallion on the back, top arch of the chair. The medallion is a symbol of quality.Cracker Barrel offers free gift wrapping on any item purchased online or in our store.

To enter you can:

1. Leave a comment just telling me if you are keeping or giving this chair as a gift if you win this giveaway.

For additional entries (leave an additional comment for each one you complete)

If you are reading this entry on your RSS reader or email newsletter make sure to CLICK HERE to enter this giveaway. Emailing me or leaving a comment on FAcebook is not a valid way to enter this giveaway. This giveaway is open to residents of the US 18 years and older. This giveaway ends 12/12 at 3PM EST

This giveaway was sponsored by Cracker Barrel. This Post was written by me and was not edited by the sponsor. Read more on my disclosure policy.

Winner of the Leapfrog Tag and Solar System Giveaway

Posted on November 29, 2011 in Giveaways 1 comment

Congratulations to Sarah who left comment #122 on the Leapfrog Tag reader giveaway from last week. She is the winner and I have contacted her with further instructions on how to claim her prize. Thanks to everyone who entered this giveaway.

Leapfrog Tag and Solar System Review and Giveaway

Posted on November 21, 2011 in Giveaways 325 comments

Winner of the Leappad Giveaway

Posted on November 17, 2011 in Giveaways 0 comments

Out of 1388 comments on the leappad giveaway last week, the winner was comment 289 from Marcia G.

I have emailed Marcia and I am waiting to her form her.  Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway.

Review and Giveaway: Leapfrog’s Leappad

Posted on November 7, 2011 in Giveaways

The new Leapfrog Leappad is a great durable tablet alternative for kids. This Leappad has provided them with learning games and their own little tablet to play and to hold. While it has also provided me with relief that they can play with it without me overly worrying about what will happen to it if they drop it.

My children have enjoyed all of the features in this leappad. It is a very neat little toy. The bigger screen that the leapster is a big plus. It makes it better for sharing the experience with siblings and also better for enjoying the toy itself.

A huge plus for me on this toy is that the games are interchangeable with the leapster games. That is a HUGE plus considering that we have put in a significant investment on those games and it is great that they can still use them on this leappad. I am very impressed with that decision by the makers of this toy.

The leappad is very easy to figure out even by little kids. I have a 6,4 and 2 yo and my two year old has had tons of fun with the camera and editing that you can do on photos on the leappad. And it has been great to see all three of them taking pictures and capturing video of each other.

However, in my opinion the leappad could be improved by adding an internal rechargeable battery. My children have loved playing with this toy which means they want to play with it often for long periods of time which means going through a LOT of batteries. Yes, rechargeable batteries are the alternative but they don’t hold up very long. You can purchase a AC adapter as a separate accessory and that way children can play while the toy is plugged in. That is an alternative but it undermines the portability of the toy.

If conclusion great educational toy for children. But plan on investing on rechargeable batteries and getting the AC adapter.

Win it!

One lucky reader will win one LeapPad and three games – LeapSchool, Pixar Pals and Pet Pals2. To enter you can:

1. Leave a comment.

For additional entries (leave an additional comment for each one you complete)

If you are reading this entry on your RSS reader or email newsletter make sure to CLICK HERE to enter this giveaway. Emailing me is not a valid way to enter this giveaway. This giveaway is open to residents of the US 18 years and older. This giveaway ends 11/11 at 3PM EST

This giveaway was sponsored by Leapfrog. This Post was written by me and was not edited by the sponsor. Read more on my disclosure policy.

Winners of the Allegro Giveaway

Posted on October 8, 2011 in Giveaways 9 comments

Here are the winners of the Allegro Giveaway I hosted on the Common Sense with Money Facebook page.

Sam Buck krispycrackers@
Debbie Phillips Peters seymoretowns@
Erin Roesler erinroesler@
Joy Hartsock Bronson joymbron@
Linn Hawley linnhawley1@
Brenda Mellick Dafoe dafoesrus@
Cheryl Adams Crews cherylcrews@
Joan Renee Sparks kookyj85@
Mildred Medearis milron07@
Cat Murphy catscoupons21032@
Matthew Tyler Palmer darkantagony@
Carmen Flores marangely75_@
Crystel Tershner wwdiva@
Dana Torre Anolfo heartzlove@
Theresa Hurley Fuller twhorse@

I have emailed the winners. if you think you are a winner, check your email inbox or spam folder for an email with further instructions so you can claim your prize.

Reminder: Allegro Giveaway – 15 Winners

Posted on October 5, 2011 in Giveaways 3 comments

Just a reminder that you could be one of 15 Common Sense with Money readers to win a box filled with 8 marinades and 7 sauces- a $125 value.  To enter this giveaway sponsored by Allegro Marinades, visit the Common Sense with Money Facebook page and click on the “Allegro Giveaway” link on the left.  Allow the application to proceed and hit “Click to Enter” and you will be entered in this giveaway.  No need to fill out any form.  This giveaway will run for the next three days and a winner will be chosen at random by 5 PM CST Friday 10/7/11.

This is a short lived giveaway so don’t miss out!

Allegro Marinade and Sauces Giveaway ($125 value) 15 Winners! + High Value Coupon

Posted on October 4, 2011 in Giveaways

How would you like to win a gift box full of marinades and sauces just waiting to turn up the flavor your grilling recipes?  Allegro Marinades help you turn your inexpensive cuts of meats into flavorful and tender grilled meats.  Allegro Marinades come in many flavors such as Original, Teriyaky, Hickory Smoke, Balsamic Vinegar, Raspberry Chipotle, Bar-B-Q and many other enticing flavors.

You can be one of 15 Common Sense with Money readers to win a box filled with 8 marinades and 7 sauces- a $125 value.  To enter this giveaway sponsored by Allegro Marinades, visit the Common Sense with Money Facebook page and click on the “Allegro Giveaway” link on the left.  Allow the application to proceed and hit “Click to Enter” and you will be entered in this giveaway.  No need to fill out any form.  This giveaway will run for the next three days and a winner will be chosen at random by 5 PM CST Friday 10/7/11.

When you are done, stop by the Allegro Facebook page to print a coupon for $2 off any product.  This should make the bottles half off the regular price.  So wait for a sale to make this high value coupon count.  Allegro Marinades are sold in a lot of states. Check which store carries this product in the state that you live here.

Back to School Giveaway: Amy Michelle Bag

Posted on August 9, 2011 in Giveaways

Amy Michelle Go Totes makes versatile bags great for baby, work and travel.  You really have to check them out, but these are chic bags that may serve as a diaper bag, computer bag or travel bag.

They have different models available, so you should be able to find one that fit your needs and likes.  However, they all have the same thing in common: they are made to help you organize your busy lifestyle.  I received an Iris bag and this bag is full of handy pouches and inside zippered and non-pockets to keep everything organized inside the bag.

The Iris bag would be great as a diaper bag or as a computer bag.  I don’t have a need for a diaper bag but I am happy to see that the inside will easily accommodate my 15 inch laptop.  All the pockets will help keep me away from making a mess of all the cords, phone and computer mouse I need.  Let’s not forget about the wallet, sun glasses, make up etc. There is a spot for everything in this bag!  The only thing I would wish for is that they had it available in tons of different colors.  This is a cute and useful bag all in one.

Win it!

One lucky reader will win one Iris Bag from Amy Michelle Go totes. To enter you can:

1. Leave a comment sharing what you would use this bag for if you were to win it.

For additional entries (leave an additional comment for each one you complete)

  • Follow me on twitter and tweet the following (copy/paste): Stop by commonsensewithmoney.com for a chance to win an Amy Michelle Bag . Go here to enter http://www.commonsensewithmoney.com/?p=90406 #wingiveaways

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