Briarpatch joins Thomas and Friends
October 22, 2008 by Laurie
Filed under Contests, Family Fun, Holiday Guide 2008, Making / Saving Money, Product Reviews, shopping
Briarpatch has unveiled its first Thomas and Friends game! I know my boys just love playing with all their little Thomas trains and saying “allll aboard!” when they move them along the track. I was delighted to see that there is now a game that they can actually play. They are both at a stage where they are getting really involved with counting, focusing on one thing for longer periods of time, and just really interactive with things.
The game is designed for children ages three and up so my two are just about at the perfect age for the 
game. Not only that, it is so nice to get together as a family around the table and just interact with the boys. I think this is of major importance, especially this day in age, when families are always on the go.
We took the game out of the box and Bubs the younger of my twins was like “OHHHH WOW.” He is always saying this whenever there is something new to look at. It is so cute how his face lights up. Both of them recognized the characters right away and were ohhhing and ahhing over Thomas. Both my husband and I sat with them to play the game. Each of them are learning to count, so this game was fun and helped that along. They are still a little young, when it comes to board games but I think this is a terrific start! If anything, it teaches them the basics of following directions, counting and taking turns.
The Thomas and Friends Great Race Game retails for $24.99. This would make a really great gift for a Thomas fan this holiday season! Doublebugs would like to give its readers the chance to win a Thomas Great Race game for your special little someone!
THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED! THANK YOU TO ALL WHO ENTERED!
I love how Briarpatch really stimulates minds without it becoming boring. I know my son quickly figures out if something is a “learning” game and wants nothing to do with it! He loves Thomas though, so this game would be great for him!
autumn398 (at) yahoo.com
I like that it’s fun. My son would love this game.
What I like best about Briarpatch is that they are eco-friendly, they care about our planet. If I win, I will be giving this prize as a gift to my friend, who has a son that would LOVE this. She is pregnant with her next baby. I think she and her son would be absolutely delighted!
It’s a fun game for everyone.I would give it as a present to my nephew who would go crazy over this game.
They have so many neat things. I would give this to my son because he would love it.
I like the wide variety of games they offer. I would give this to my nephew.
I love that BriarPatch combines fun with learning and that they have environmentally conscious business practices. I’d love to win this game for my son, who is Thomas crazy. Thanks so much for this giveaway.
I would give this to my daughter who is turning 3. She loves Thomas.
This would be perfect for my grandson that is not quite 4. He loves to play games.
love the fact these games make the kids think without realizing , they have games for all ages that are fun- my kiddos or their cousins would get
I like Briarpatch because the games are fun and educational without having a lot of bells and whistles. My grandson would love the Thomas and Friends Great Race game because he loves trains particularly Thomas.
I like that they seperate boys and girls toys. It makes it easier to shop. I would like to win this game for my nephew. It would make a great Christmas gift.
I would buy this for my daughter who loves, loves, loves Thomas and Friends.
I like that Briarpatch has ecofriendly products.
I like the variety of games available. I especially like the Nerdy Wordy Crossword game. If I won, I’d give this game to my son because he’s a fan of Thomas.
I love the way it integrates the entire family in the learning process. My nephew absolutely loves Thomas.
i love the family games, i’d give it to my son and daughter.
I like their cute puzzles. The GB Shy Little Kitten Puzzle is so sweet!
My son loves Thomas and he loves to play games.
My grandson would love this game. He loves Thomas the tank Engine. I love briarpatch games because they encourage social skills and cognitive ability.
It looks like so much fun, and it’s so cute!
I love that it brings family’s together. The games are great way to learn counting and colors.
I would give this game to my son.
I like that they are environmentally conscious, that is so important in today’s world. This game would be perfect for my nephew. And, although every so often I do get tired of hearing train noises when he is around, I am glad that he likes Thomas 🙂
I love how Briarpatch is a company that cares about our planet and their impact on it. I would give this game to my son who is getting ready to turn three next month. He is a Thomas lover and this would be a great gift for him. It is something that the two of us would enjoy playing together.
I would give this to my son. He just beginning to play games, and this would be perfect because he absolutely loves thomas!
Ilove the positive reinforcement and the educational games. I would givethis to my son for his 3rd birthday in December!
margelina@comcast.net
I like the educational and eco-friendly aspects of their games. I’d give it to my son because he adores Thomas!
bebemiqui82(at)yahoo(dot)com
the family games my grandson
Positive reinforcement and family play time together makes a big difference in a child’s live. Thank you for this great contest and prize!
I love that they have a lot of games for younger children and that they encourage family time. I’d love this for both my little ones!
I think the games looks like they are entertaining enough that my husband and I would enjoying playing them with the kids (I know that sounds horrible!) I’d love to give this to mu kids for Christmas!
First of all we love this game because our kids have been watching Thomas for as long as we can remember. I love his show too!!!!
The game looks like a lot of fun. If we won I’d hold on to it and give it to my son for Christmas. He would love this game! I can see him and my daughter having a fun time playing it. It’s simple enough and looks like it’s fun. I can also see my son playing with it by himself as a toy (he loves trains!).
Thanks for a wonderful giveaway!
I love the fact that Briarpatch combines learning with fun. This would go to my son Thomas who loves Thomas the Tank Engine anything. His favorite engine is Thomas because they share the same name.
I like that Brairpatch was started as a Husband and Wife team. I would love to win this game for my nephew.
I love that Briarpatch has a wide selection of games for preschoolers where there is no reading required. I’d love to win this for my son who has been crazy about Thomas ever since he turned 2 and he’s now 4! =)
It has so much fun stuff! I’d give it to my son – he’d love it
I would love this for my little one!
I like the unique toys. I would give it to my youngest son for Christmas.
My son would love this.
They have the cutest and very creative games! I’d love to win this for my son for Christmas!
Great selection of games that I am sure my family would enjoy.
I love their commitment to being eco-friendly! My sons would love this game. Thanks!
BriarPatch combines fun with learning
I love the fact that not all games require reading skills but really pique their interest in learning! 🙂 My son and his preschool pals would love to play this Thomas game! 🙂
I love that BriarPatch makes games easy to catch onto for little ones. But, they are still fun for adults!
I love the fact that their games that preschoolers can understand without a ton of coaching. Being able to do it themselves is such an esteem booster!
My son is a total Thomas freak and would be so excited to get this game!
I love the quality of the products at BriarPatch and that they are also fun for the kids. If I won this I know of a special young boy that would love to give it to because I know he would enjoy it!
cjnedrow@gmail.com
They have some really fun games that my kids would love (we have an I Spy game she likes). I would give this to my little boy because he loves Thomas.
I love that their items are unique and games that are mind stimulating and fun at the same time…and ones that adults would love to play as well…
thanks
I would give to my awesome granddaughter
They have unique games. I would give this to a niephew
I love that Briarpatch uses characters from children’s books (such as Goodnight Moon). I have always liked Briarpatch games — I used to work in a specialty children’s shop that sold them!
This game would go to my son, who (even at 4) is still a big train fan! (As is his little sister, who’s learning to play board games!)
Megret
musesofmegret (at) gmail (dot) com
I like that they have educational games that are also fun and age appropriate.
I would give this to my grandson, because he LOVES Thomas!
Thank you!
janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com
This prize would be great for the grandchildren.
I really like that Briarpatch has such quality games as evidenced by the amazing number of awards they have received. And they have really zeroed in on the interests of the kids. My grandson loves, loves, loves Thomas so he would get the prize if I won.
Briarpatch has been providing games and other products that incorporate young childrens’ cognitive, problem-solving skills with characters they love.
I love the I Spy Series and I would give it to my neighbor’s grandchildren.
Nerdy Wordy Crossword game looks fantastic!
I love that they are environmentally friendly. Thomas has become a fast favorite in our house with my 2 year old little boy.
I don’t know much about briarpatch yet, but the fact that this game has the whole family working together, and uses planet-friendly inks makes me happy. I’d love to get it for the holiday for my budding little engineer son!
I like Briarpatch’s way of combining learning with fun, so kids stick with it. I would like to win for my nephew.
Great Games. I’d love to win this for my son
I love the fact you find the coolest stuff to offer. My little guys at church will love this
my son would love this game. Looks like briarpatch has some really good quality games
I like the flow of the game. Eco friendly is great but if it doesn’t hold interest, it’ll be in the landfill anyway.
My neighbor Colin. Briarpatch are always great gifts!
I love that Briarpatch has lots of variety and seems to care about the children they are making toys for. I would get this for my children who absolutely love Thomas the Train.
They are eco-friendly. Would give to my granddaughters cousin
Love that they are eco-friendly.
ktgonyea at gmail.com
I love that their games are educational. I would give this to my son for Christmas because he is a big Thomas fan!!! Thanks for the chance! justicecw@hotmail.com
I love that they make learning fun!
As a teacher, I like their educational games, thanks
I love that it is eco friendly. This would be great for my kids!
I would give the game to my nephew who loves trains. This is a great company for helping kids to learn.
I love the fact that Briarpatch sells so many timeless games updated to interest our children – like dominoes and go fish!
This would make a great gift for my nephew!
They make wonderful products that help children to think and grow. I like this one since it would not only be fun but also helping with learning to count.
i love that they have so much to choose from and i would give this to my son
Briarpatch makes fun and educational games. I would give this one to my son who loves trains!
I love all the fun games that Briarpatch makes. This would be a Christmas present for a little oy I babysit. He loves Thomas! Thanks for the chance.
I love Briarpatch because it has games that interest children. They seem to be in tune with children today play with and like. If I win I would be giving it to my nephew for Christmas
All the stuff for kids is great! I would give this game to my son who loves Thomas! thank you.
I love that they have other stuff besides the same ol’, same ol’, big box, see it everywhere toys.
I would love to win this for my 4 y/o son who LOVE Thomas.
I love any type of educational toy or game!
My nephew would greatly benefit from this.
I know of a little boy who is homeless in a shelter who would just love this. Please enter me to win.
Thanks,
Shari
I love that the products are mind stimulating instead of mind numbing. I would give this to my grandchildren who love Thomas and Friends and who really love to play board games.
Thanks so much!
Briarpatch has a great array of games perfect for kids of all ages! I would give this game to my son!
I love that they make learning fun!
Briarpatch contains not only fun but educational, social, emational, cognitive development of the child. Many Thanks sW
My kids would like it. I like the variety they have available.
I like the great selection of games. I’d give it to my son.
I like that the games feature characters children are familiar with. I also like that the games actually teach children.
I would play it with my son
I like how Briarpatch has a wide variety of games. I would give to my friend because she has a child who loves Thomas!
I love that there are many options and that they are fun, and I haven’t meet a kid that doesn’t like Thomas?
Thanks!
Nice!