I find that electronics are everywhere and it concerns me that my kids aren’t learning how to use their imagination to play. I love when they play with puzzles, make “towns” and “castles” out of blocks and drive their cars around. It makes me happy that they are using their minds to play. That is why when I was offered a chance to review Sports Action Figures, I was more than happy to give them a try.
From the website:
Kaskey Kids was founded by Bruce and Christy Kaskey in 2001 with the purpose of creating simple sports action figures.
As a mother of four sports-loving children, Christy saw that her children and their friends were happiest and most enthusiastic when sports were involved. Playing in the park, in the backyard or at the beach kept everyone active and occupied, but when playtime was brought inside, none of the traditional toys held the Kaskey Kids’ interest.
Christy took a look back at her own childhood for some inspiration and could vividly remember her two brothers engaging in hours of imaginary play with simple action figures like Army Men, Super Heroes and Cowboys and Indians. After a few years with her house filling up with every bucket or bag of action figures, animals or cars, Christy realized that a simple box of sports action figures could be the key.
Following an exhaustive search and realizing that the perfect sports guys did not exist, Christy and Bruce went about designing and marketing a boxed set of sports action figures that their children and friends could be enthusiastic about. The main design goal was to keep their children’s attention and encourage more creative and imaginary play. The result is the line of toys we have today!
You can choose from Football Guys, College Football Guys, Baseball Guys, Hockey Guys, Soccer Guys and Girls, and mini packs. Prices range from $9.99 for the mini-packs to $28.99 for the College Football Guys. This small price for hours of enjoyment!
I chose the Baseball Guys for my boys to review. This is what we received…
Set includes:
- 24 2 1/2″ players
- 1 umpire
- 1 fully adjustable realistic scoreboard
- 28″ x 28″ washable felt field
- 10″ x 6″ x 5″ stackable container with attached lid and handle
We took the pieces out of the box and set up our playing field. Johnny really doesn’t understand baseball yet but he loved making the guys run around the field and “hit” the ball. All the pieces easily go back into the box and is small enough in size that it can be put away without taking up much space. The pieces are well made and are in compliance with the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act.
These Sports Guys (and Girls) are perfect for kids of many ages. I am so happy to be able to offer a set of Sports Guys to one of my readers! These would make a perfect gift for a kiddo in your life. My 8 year old son and 9 year old daughter are both interested in the set and I know any child you know would be too. Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to give a gift that allows the child to use their imagination instead of electronics? Here is your chance!
But wait! Do you want to purchase the Sports Guys now? Use the code “Holiday” for a 20% discount on the website from now until January 1, 2010.
Would you like to win a set of Sports Guys; either football, soccer, baseball or hockey?
Here is how to enter:
1. Visit Sports Action Figures by Kaskey Kids and tell me what you would choose if you won. Be specific (ie. color) because what you choose is what you will get.
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Entries will be accepted until 11:59pm (CST) on December 3, 2009. Winner will be drawn by random generator and posted. The winner will be contacted by email and will have 48 hours to respond in order to claim their prize. This giveaway is open for residents of the U.S. only.
WINNER: #22 Jessica
disclosure: We were given items mentioned for the purpose of review. I did not receive monetary compensation and all thoughts and opinions are mine. If applicable, quotes were taken directly from the website mentioned.
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I would love the Baseball Guys Red vs. Blue for my son!
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Football Guys: Red vs. Blue! Thanks for the chance to win.
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alwayshopeful says
These would be a blast with the grands!!!! i would choose http://www.kaskeykids.com/store/college-football-guys/auburn
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we would want the baseball set, my 2 yr old would love this along with out 12 yr old twins!!!!!!!!!!!!
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