Why would I start a contest giving away a huge selection of toys in March? It’s true that toys spark creativity and make learning fun at all times of the year. As such, I don’t think we should introduce children to new toys only twice a year: birthdays and Christmas. More importantly, though, March is full of important days related to toys. I’ll list five of those days below. I’m sure after reading that list you’ll agree with me that all children should get a new toy in March. Then you can enter for a chance to win a toy prize package that will make March the most important toy month in your home.
What are 5 important days in March to celebrate toys
I truly believe that every day we can help a child grow in their understanding and appreciation of the world and the people we share it with is an important day. So consider these five days as opportunities to kick off an explosion of exploration by a child that will last for weeks or months. For each day, I will suggest one or more toys that might be perfect gifts to give on that day.
- The first Friday of March is traditionally the National Day of Unplugging, encouraging us to unplug digitally for 24 hours. I see it as a day to disconnect from tech to reconnect with people. The best toy to give on this day is a new board game! The prize packages in this contest include some fantastic classics from Hasbro including The Game of Life, Yahtzee, Connect 4, Scrabble, and Clue, and exciting new board games like Unlock!, Skull, and The Werewolves of Miller’s Hollow.
- International Women’s Day, March 8th, celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. One women who had a huge impact on education practices around the world was Maria Montessori. One of her famous quotes is, “Play is the work of a child.” Celebrate her achievements and the achievements of other women around the world with toys that encourage exploration. The prize packages in this contest include Leapfrog Touch and Learn World Map which helps children learn about many countries including Italy where Montessori was from.
- Math and science related toys are perfect for Pi Day. Celebrated on March 14th since the mathematical constant pi or 3.14…. The prize packages in this contest include a learning tablet called LeapPad Academy that includes a huge range of fun and challenging activities designed to build a range of skills including those related to science and math. There is one other prize offered in this contest that celebrates a truly amazing technological achievement seen in hockey rinks all across Canada: a Zamboni! This amazing ride on toy teaches driving skills and more. It will also be a truly unique way to introduce your child into learning about the states of matter!
- March 20th is the International Day of Happiness meant to promote happiness and well-being for everyone. A new toy that brings joy and happiness to a child’s life can help them develop positive emotions and coping mechanisms. I suppose that all of the toys that we are giving away in this contest would be great to give on this date. However, I’m going to suggest a robot called Miko. It will follow you, come when you call it, answer complex questions, and generally do its best to please you at all times. Alternatively, video games never dissappoint, especially classics like Pacman. The Pacman Collectorcade is an adorable small gaming console with a few classic fun favourites.
- Lastly, celebrate creativity on World Poetry Day, March 21st. There are many toys mentioned above, like Scrabble and LeapPad Academy that encourage language skill development. However, I believe this day is about more than using language creatively. One prize included in this contest is the Vtec Kidizoom Creator Cam that encourage the whole range of creative skills necessary to make a great video. These include visual creativity, scripting, and presentation skills. You children will have fun while building confidence in skill they’ll use throughout their lives.
You might be wondering why I didn’t call out any of the other big events coming up in March, like spring break or St. Patrick’s day. For some people, those are the most important days in March. If you have a different day than what I mentioned that’s great; you’ll have an opportunity to share that as you enter this contest.
How to enter
Entering this contest is easy and you can enter in three different ways.
- In a comment below, tell us which day in March, either one of those mentioned above or one that’s important to you for other reasons, is a great day to give a child a new toy. Also, please explain what kind of toy should you give on that day and why.
- Visit the Education and Learning toys page at Best Buy, to find one toy that you like and think is very interesting. In an email to bestbuyblog@bestbuycanada.ca with the subject line “March toy contest” tell us what the name and model number of that toy is and why you liked it.
- For a bonus entry, and in keeping with my favourite day above, March 21st, compose a poem of at least two lines (though it can be as long as you want!), that extolls the virtues of toys for young and old. Please enter that poem in a comment below.
What you can win
At the end of this contest, we will randomly draw five winners to win one of these five amazing prize packages:
This contest runs from March 3rd until April 3rd.
Remember, you can enter in three different ways as mentioned above. Do you think your friends and family are aware of why March is such an important month for toys? If not, tell them about this contest and ask them which day they think is the most important in March.
Win a Toy Prize package for March Rules and Regulations
Good Luck.
The National Day of Unplugging on the first Friday of March, is a great day to present a new toy to a child. I think a Lego set is a good choice, because playing with it can be fun, and creative.
LEGO here, LEGO there, LEGO everywhere. That’s part of the fun, because playing with LEGO is never done.
Let’s get together and enjoy some fun with toys that bring great happiness to everyone
Joy is when a special toy arrives that begins happiness deep inside
March 20th is the International Day of Happiness meant to promote happiness and well-being for everyone. A new toy that brings joy and happiness to a child’s life can help them develop positive emotions and coping mechanisms. And adults can benefit to and be happy and healthy with a positive outlook.
Math and science related toys are perfect for Pi Day. Celebrated on March 14th since the mathematical constant pi or 3.14 The prize packages in this contest include a learning tablet called LeapPad Academy that includes a huge range of fun and challenging activities designed to build a range of skills including those related to science and math. This would be so wonderful, fun and educational
I would choose March 14th. My second granddaughter is scheduled to arrive that day, and I know that her older sister would be thrilled to get a toy to keep her busy. I think that a puzzle-type option would be the best, and might keep her occupied while her parents and other relatives are celebrating her new baby sister.
Toys are built for happy play
And to while the day away.
The National Day of Unplugging on the first Friday in March is a great day to give a child a new toy. You should give a non-electronic toy on that day (like the LEGO Super Mario: Peach’s Castle Expansion Set), because it will encourage you to connect with the child without staring at screens!
A new game a day for my child to play
Would be just perfect, I must say.
I would choose the last day of March (the 31rst) because I return to work from Maternity leave the first week of April. My beautiful daughters (7 & 5) and our 18month old son would all enjoy any of the above packages. It looks like there is something for each of them and some things we can use as a family. Well planned! The girls would enjoy the Miko robot as they are both learning about coding and using them in their school and my little guy would enjoy driving circles around them on the Zamboni. The world map would also be great for all of them – any opportunity to learn about the world is a must.
If March 20th is the International Day of Happiness then the toy that tops the list of the recipient is what I would give.
Too many toys?
Not possible I say.
There must be some joy.
And to play each day.
I’d give the Miko 3 AI robot for Pi day on March 14 since it’s the perfect science gift to celebrate 3.14
march 10 because its my older brother`s`b-day maybe yatzee as a dice game
Definitely the first Friday of March is important because we have to show our kids that they really can function without electronics.
Jouets pour mes petits-enfants aux choix
My family loves to play games and I have a 2 year old Grandson that would enjoy all of the toys!
First day of the March Break is the best. If the snow continues, I would give my granddaughters a new outdoor toy like a GT snow racer.
I like March 20th the International Day of Happiness and Prize #2. On that day, our family can stay together and paly those best toys.
In keeping with March 21st, here is my poem.
Board games bring us together,
We can play forever,
When families play,
It will make your day,
Young and old,
You will never be told,
That board games aren’t fun
That’s how it’s done.
March 20th! International Day of Happiness is a great day to share a board game with the family!!! It brings us closer together, we have fun and a little bit of competition!!
St. Patrick’s Day is very fun. A green leapfrog toy would be a fitting gift for our grandson.
March 17th is such a fun celebration and I would love to give my grandson a ride on toy.
You never know what joy
can be discovered from a toy,
until you try,
and discover why..
😉
March 7th is important as it is my youngest Grandson’s birthday.
The perfect toy for a girl or a boy
Is one that brings them years of joy
March 31 our granddaughter will be one year so officially no longer our baby girl but a toddler. The perfect toy gift would be something that encotages to play and pertend lsuch as the Step2 Happy Home cottage & GRILL KIDS PLAYHOUSE. THIS Is a toy that would be used for many summers pretending and just having fun.
National Day of unplugging. Haveing my grandchildren over to play games. Having new ones would be great!
Unfortunately our travel plans got cancelled, so March 10th would be a great day for our kids to get a toy. A STEM toy for sure. Something fun, but something they can learn from as well.
For me, a great day in March to give a child a toy would be on March 6, because it is the day of my mom’s birth, and she believed in the power of education, so I would choose a learning toy, like a LeapPad for a better education start.
National Day of Unplugging is special day that children and adults can set aside all their electronic devices and social in person and play a game of Yahtzee
March 17 is important. Hasbro clue game is fun for the whole family
March 17 St. Patrick’s Day – it would definitely have to be a green toy both in colour and environmental impact.
Puzzles, video games & ride on toys
Even AI robots to play with and enjoy
So many toys that can be so much fun
Opportunity to learn something new has only begun
I would give a gift on Pi Day on March 14. I would give a math or science related toy because I’m an electrician and want my son to be interested in science as well.
MY GRANDSONS 2ND BIRTHDAY IS ON MARCH 20, I WOULD LOVE TO GIVE HIM ONE OF THESE INCREDIBLE TOYS
Lots of toys
for girls and boys.
Quiet and bold
for young and old.
For learning and fun
Something for everyone!
March 20th. The mac man video game will keep kids entertained. It’s fun and entertaining for all ages.
I would give a gift on March 17 for St. Patrick’s Day. I would give an outdoor toy, like a trampoline, or water table. With the spring weather coming, we will be spending more time playing outside.
We have lots of March Birthdays in our family. Pi day (also Einstein’s birthday) is one of them, and of course a learning toy would be appropriate on that day – maybe the Miko 3 AI Robot
We have a family get together on the 23rd to celebrate my mom’s birthday and we always play a game so Yahtzee would be a great addition
National day of unplugging is a great way to enjoy some family time together. A new board game like Connect 4 is one fun way to enjoy each others company.
Toys for young and toys for old,
Endless joys they can unfold,
In classrooms and at home,
Learning can be fun and never alone.
Building blocks and puzzles for the young,
Shapes and colors, songs that can be sung,
A world of discovery, a land of wonder,
A chance to grow and foster wonder.
For the old, tinkering and experimentation,
A hobby and a passion that leads to innovation,
A chance to explore and to invent,
A spark of creativity, a life well-spent.
Toys can teach and toys can inspire,
A love for learning that never tires,
For young and old alike,
A world of possibilities, a life to strike.
From chemistry sets to board games,
From robots to train sets, there’s no shame,
In playing and exploring, in having fun,
A life-long journey, a race to be won.
So let us embrace the toys we love,
And let our curiosity soar like a dove,
For in learning and playing, we can find,
A joy that never fades, a peace of mind.
Any toy you find
can expand the young mind
They bring lots of joy
to every girl and boy
March 14, Pi day. Vech toys are great for expanding young kids minds and learning
St. Patrick’s Day is important in my family
I think a perfect gift would be a Miko 3 AI-Powered Smart Robot with Voice Control, Games & Apps – Pixie Blue – English for pi day. What a fun way to celebrate math and science.
children play with toys
play helps with maturation
adults make the toys
Playing games with the kids is a great way to pass the time,
Colour a picture, get out a board game or even make some slime.
Unplugging day my kids need a full day without. Their devices
Toys are for babies,
Toys are for kids,
But grown ups need toys,
Like a box needs a lid.
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