This Deluxe Monster Bowling Game from Melissa & Doug adds color, texture and a whole lot of eyes to a once-straightforward game. 6 whacky plush pins and one silly stuffed ball. Pins have weighted bottoms and hand-stitched details. Unique textures create a wonderful sensory experience. Premium fabrics withstand years of rigorous play. All in a zippered tote. A perfect first game to develop dexterity in children ages 2 and up!

Customer Reviews

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Funny, Fluffy & Fantastic

11-5-2012 - by Summer from ,

Your kid will enjoy dropping those fluffy little monsters over and over again + they have soft texture, bright cheerful colors and funny shapes that will make you & your child want to keep holding them like all day long :)

Funny

5-7-2010 - by Line Angelsen from Holmestrand,

These are very funny to play with, but hard to use as actual bowling pins and ball. They don't always want to stand up, and the ball rolls in the wrong direction, but they are adorable as toys, and my daughter loves them!

Best for infants

9-3-2008 - by Hilary Scofield from Meridian, ID

My 4 year old wasn't too crazy about these. As far as bowling pins they don't work that well, they don't knock eachother over well and the ball is difficult for even us to direct. My 7 month son however, absolutely loves the bright colors and different textures of the monsters. He has a blast crawling over to the set up pins and knocking them over. My daughter likes setting them up so that he can knock them over. I feel that there are many superior toys on this site. Overall the toy is average, better for younger children.

Great Gift!

5-23-2008 - by Sarah from Long Island, NY

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.

Multiple Intelligences

Our toy experts have indicated that the Monster Bowling strengthens the following Intelligences:

Bodily-Kinesthetic

Children with strong Bodily-Kinesthetic intelligence gravitate towards athletics; however, they also may use their bodies to solve problems, or convey ideas and emotions. Students with BK intelligence will be good at physical activities, have good hand-eye coordination and may have a tendency to move around a lot while expressing themselves.

Interpersonal

Children with strong Interpersonal intelligence work effectively in a group and understand and recognize the goals, motivations and intentions of others. Students with this intelligence thrive in cooperative, group work situations and are skilled at communicating, mediating and negotiating.

Intrapersonal

Children who are strong in the Intrapersonal intelligence have the ability to understand one's own emotions, goals and motivations. These students have good instincts about their strengths and abilities.