Peaceable Kingdom Press creates stationery, games, puzzles, stickers, and other whimsical doo-dads, all of which encourage fun and imagination. Their delightfully colorful and cheerful products bring whimsy and delight to kids of all ages.
The company’s beginnings was one of the things that caught my eye and made me instantly take notice:
“Peaceable Kingdom Press was started in 1983 by Olivia and Thacher Hurd. Thacher is the son of renowned children’s book artist Clement Hurd who illustrated the classic picture books Goodnight Moon and Runaway Bunny. One day, Clement made a painting based on the art from Goodnight Moon and asked Olivia and Thacher if they wanted to sell it as a poster. They printed 1,000 posters, sold it to stores in Berkeley, CA and the next thing you know, a company was born.”
Adorable stationery (cards, diaries, and valentines) is just one of the types of items that PK Press is known for. (Peaceable Kingdom Press uses recycled and FSC certified paper in all of their cards and envelopes.)
PK Press also carries a fun selection of educational and entertaining games:
Milk and Cookies Game, a Dr. Toy award winner in 2008
Alphabet Matching Game, a Dr. Toy award winner in 2007
(Isn’t the artwork terrific?)
The kind folks at Peaceable Kingdom Press sent us Ballerinas In-a-Box, one of the several Paper Doll In-a-Box sets that they carry.
These paper doll playsets come complete with sturdy cardboard figures with stands, a box that unfolds into a 3D setting, and reusable cling stickers that are infinitely interchangeable.
My 3-year-old daughter needed a little bit of help getting the box unfolded into the performance “stage” and and ballet practice “room” (with a reflective paper mirror!), as well as getting the figures set up. She easily peels off the various costumes on her own, though, managing numerous set and costume changes throughout her playtime. **grin**
I am amazed and in awe at how lovely the artwork it and how exquisitely detailed the ballerina’s costumes and accessories are. Simply lovely to look at — as well as super fun to play with!
You can purchase the Ballerinas In-a-Box (or any other “In-a-Box” sets) for $24.99 each. These will provide hours of enjoyment and play from your little ones who love to create their own magical scenes and embark upon their own imaginative storylines!
Win it! Courtesy of Peaceable Kingdom Press, one of you will win your choice of a “Paper Dolls In-a-Box” playset. There are five to choose from!
Here’s how to enter: (**Take notice: #2 is new for this contest!**)
1) MANDATORY: Tell me, in a comment below, another fun item from Peaceable Kingdom Press (not mentioned in my review) that you’d love to surprise your children with (or get for yourself!).
2) Become a fan of Peaceable Kingdom Press on Facebook. For every new fan, they’ll donate another food item to their local Alameda County Food Bank! Let me know you did in a separate comment below and you’ll gain another contest entry.
3) For a third entry, subscribe to Muse Reviews’ feed OR subscribe via email — tell me in a separate comment if you’re a new subscriber or already a subscriber.
4) For a fourth entry, become friends with Muse Reviews on Facebook, then tell me you did so in a separate comment below.
5) For a fifth entry, twitter about this contest using @MuseReviews within your tweet, then tell me in a separate comment that you twittered!
I’ll close the contest next Tuesday, May 11th, 2010 at 11pm EST. Sorry; Lower 48 US state addresses only. Good luck!
CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED.
Congrats to the winner, #6, Melanie B!
FTC info — Disclaimer: I received this product for free for review purposes; however, my review was honest and my opinions are my own. I only received the product itself; I received no other monetary compensation for this review. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
susan (1 year ago)
the kitty stickers are so cute!
Sheila Newton (1 year ago)
My daughter would like the This or That? Girl Talk Game. Thanks!
Sheila Newton (1 year ago)
I’m a fan of Peaceable Kingdom on facebook as Sheila Newton.
Sheila Newton (1 year ago)
I sent you a friends request on facebook as Sheila Newton.
susan smoaks (1 year ago)
the Pirates Match Up Game & Puzzle looks like fun!
susan smoaks (1 year ago)
their fb fan
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susan smoaks (1 year ago)
your fb fan
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susan smoaks (1 year ago)
email subscriber
Eileen Burke (1 year ago)
My son would love the Funny Faces Sticker Pack!
Eileen Burke (1 year ago)
I’m a new fan of Peaceable Kingdom Press on Facebook.
Eileen Burke (1 year ago)
I already subscribe to Muse Reviews’ feed
Eileen Burke (1 year ago)
I am friends with Muse Reviews on Facebook
Diane Baum (1 year ago)
The horse stickers are cool.
Kerrie Mayans (1 year ago)
I think my kids would have fun with the spunky monkey board game.
Kerrie Mayans (1 year ago)
I subscribe in google reader to your blog.
Steph (1 year ago)
I like the Animals of Our World Game Time! Write & Wipe Activity Book. My daughter is really a big animal fan and she would have so much fun with that set.
pixie13 (1 year ago)
My daughter would love the Creepy Bug stickers
pixie13 (1 year ago)
I subscribe to your RSS feed
pixie13 (1 year ago)
tweet
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kathy pease (1 year ago)
i also like the One Great Day! Board Book Set
3 chunky board books in a gift box
kathy pease (1 year ago)
pkp fan on facebook Kathy L Pease
kathy pease (1 year ago)
friend on facebook Kathy L Pease
kathy pease (1 year ago)
http://twitter.com/klp1965/status/13801950302
Melissa B. (1 year ago)
I’d like to surprise my daughter with the Fashion Sticker Pack.
DanV (1 year ago)
We’d also like the Car & Truck Stickers
Amanda A (1 year ago)
Their Animals of our World Game Time looks like so much fun!
Carrie (1 year ago)
I like the Animal Alphabet Blocks
Carrie (1 year ago)
i subscribe to your feed
Amanda A (1 year ago)
I subscribe via google reader!
Michelle H. (1 year ago)
I would love to have the United States Map Sticker Pack for my kids.
Lily Kwan (1 year ago)
I love the Magical Unicorn diary!
Lily Kwan (1 year ago)
I became a fan of Peaceable Kingdom Press on Facebook.
Lily Kwan (1 year ago)
I subscribed by email.
Lily Kwan (1 year ago)
I follow you on Facebook.
Renee Richardson (1 year ago)
I really love the 12 Dancing Princesses Match Up Game & Puzzle. Thanks for the great contest
Snowflake07 (Audra) (1 year ago)
I’m sure my daughter would enjoy the “One Great Day!” board book set.
Snowflake07 (Audra) (1 year ago)
I tweeted the giveaway: http://twitter.com/SnowflakeDay/statuses/13822575990
Snowflake07 (Audra) (1 year ago)
New RSS feed/google reader subscriber.
melissa pruitt (1 year ago)
i really like the animals world, my daughter just loves animals she would love that!
melissa pruitt (1 year ago)
i follow on GFC
melissa pruitt (1 year ago)
i follow on twitter
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tina (1 year ago)
i think united states sticker fun and fish stix would be fun for the kids thanks
tina (1 year ago)
i subscribe thanks
tina (1 year ago)
I am a facebook fan (mrstinareynolds)
Donna K (1 year ago)
I would like the United States Map Sticker Pack
Donna K (1 year ago)
already a subscriber
Chrysa (1 year ago)
I like the Fairy, Mermaid, Princess Game Time! Write & Wipe Activity Book.
Chrysa (1 year ago)
I’m subscribed to your RSS feed in my Google Reader.
Gianna (1 year ago)
United States Map Sticker Pack