Melissa & Doug Monster Plush Bowling Game

 (61 customer reviews)

We got this as a gift and have subsequently given it as well. When they're little, they'll hold them or play with them like dolls, and when they're older they'll actually bowl. Each pin has a number and a different animal and is a different color, so there are lots of opportunities for learning. We like it because it's unique - how many books and trucks can you have? Great for a rainy day.

I thought this would be a great gift for a 3 year old. It was well constructed and the monsters were very cute. In fact, they even stood up well and were easy to handle. However, the "bowling ball" was not easy to use. It did not roll in a direct fashion due to assorted shapes on the ball. So, when the kids tried to use it, it did not reach its goal. If you are able to use another ball, it would be very functional. I have found that the 3 year does not play with it.

This toy is very cute, those little soft monster pint stand alone just fine (i think the craftsmanship are pretty well made). Though i wish these pints were a little bigger, when i make the purchase i really thought those pint will measure up to 8.75 inch, however, after i measure them myself, their size only come up to 6.5 inch maximum =-1 star. Even though they are a bit small, but they are still fun to play with, my 3 yr old nephew loves to play with these monster. He even went out shopping with 1 or 2 pints in his backpack, i think my money are well spend on this toy, and i highly recommend them to all young kid's parents.
I agree that the ball that comes with the set don't work really well like one of the reviewer had mentioned (we end up picking up a ball just a little bigger from walmart for less then $2, and it works just fine).