Fisher-Price iXL 6-in-1 Learning System (Blue)

Fisher-Price iXL 6-in-1 Learning System (Blue) Review

Fisher-Price iXL 6-in-1 Learning System (Blue) Feature

• iXL is the ultimate handheld learning tool designed for kids
• 6 ways to play: Digital Reader, Game Player, Note Pad, Art Studio, MP3 Player and Photo Viewer
• Comes with pre-loaded software for the various applications
• Opens like a book, exposing a 3.5" TFT QVGA color screen
• To see more information click the "Watch it in Action" link below the main product images

An exciting handheld device, the Fisher-Price iXL 6-in-1 Learning System is a great introduction to technology that provides plenty of fun learning activities for young children. This sophisticated, yet kid-friendly toy features six distinct interactive options--such as a Digital Reader, Game Player, and MP3 Player--that will entertain and teach kids aged 3 to 7. By connecting this device to your computer you can add your own photos and music to the iXL, create profiles, and download extras that will enhance your child's experience.

iXL 6-in-1 Learning System (Blue) Ages: 3 to 7 years Requires: Four AA batteries (not included), Internet connection, and a computer What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Ease of assembly: Educational factor: Novelty factor: The Good: Durable, easy-to-use, customizable learning toy that can expand with your child's growth The Challenging: With high speed cable internet, software may take up to 30 minutes to download In a Nutshell: A fun and educational introduction to technology

This exciting handheld toy helps introduce children to technology. View larger.

The iXL features six activities, including an interactive reader. View larger.

Kids can practice their art skills with the included Art Studio. View larger.

Intuitive and Kid-Friendly Technology
Made of rugged plastic that will survive all kinds of crazy play, the iXL is similar to popular hand-held game players, but is designed for the use of younger children. The device opens like a book to reveal an LCD touch screen that displays all the action. Your kid will navigate through the activities by touching the tethered stylus to the screen.

The iXL is extremely intuitive and uncomplicated. The stylus has a holster and is tethered to the device by a sturdy nylon string, so your child will never lose it. Opposite the screen is a speaker with volume control, an Action button that allows you to make choices in certain modes, and a Home button that returns you to the Main Menu whenever you wish.

Easy Set Up
To turn the piece on, you or your child will simply press the Power button positioned on the side of the device. All elements of interaction--from the generous buttons and stylus, to the iXL's hearty casing--are practical for children's use.

After unpacking the iXL, you'll get it ready for play by inserting four AA batteries then completing a quick calibration of the touch screen. You'll want to install the software for this toy via the accompanying CD-ROM to access additional features, software updates, and customizations. Additional iXL features include an SD slot for memory expansion, built-in memory of up to 150 MB, and a standard headphone jack for those long car rides or flights.

An Interactive Learning Experience
The iXL will keep curious kids busy, entertained, and learning with its six preloaded activities. Your child will practice reading and comprehension with the Digital Reader, which includes an interactive 15-page story available in either the reading or interacting mode. For kids who love action, the Game Player features a three-level arcade game that promotes counting and learning about sequences and numbers.

Future young writers can practice the alphabet and their penmanship in the Notepad mode, while young artists will flex their creativity with the Art Studio's digital tools. The iXL includes an MP3 Player with five preloaded kid's songs and a Photo Viewer with three sample images that can be embellished and manipulated.

Software Downloads Expand Features
You'll get the most from the iXL by loading the software onto your PC and attaching the device to your computer with the accompanying USB cable. Although with high-speed cable internet software may take up to 30 minutes to download, once you completed this you can transfer files to increase playing options, including additional software for purchase that will add new stories and games for your child to play.

Navigating the software is simple and intuitive. You can create up to five profiles for the iXL, so this device can be enjoyed by the whole family. Add images or music files to the library and transfer them to the iXL. The software also gives you access to other fun and free extras, such as printable activity sheets for your child or the whole family, craft and party ideas, and other activity suggestions categorized by age.

Minimum System Requirements
OS: Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, Mac OS X v10.4 or higher Processor: 1.2 GHz Memory: 256 MB RAM Hard Drive: 150 MB available Video Resolution: 800x600 32-bit color DirectX9.oc compatible	Sound: 16-bit DirectX compatible CD or DVD drive USB port Internet connection

What's in the Box
iXL 6-in-1 Learning System, USB cable, and CD-ROM.

iXL 6-in-1 Learning System - Available in three colors
Silver	Pink	Blue

The iXL 6 in 1 Learning System by Fisher Price is the ultimate and coolest handheld learning system designed for kids 3-7.The iXL Learning System has six great applications for kids: Digital Book Reader, Game Player, Digital Art Book, MP3 Music Player, Notepad and Photo Viewer. The base device comes with pre-loaded software for the various applications listed. Story Book: Features 1 animated story with 15 pages and 2 modes - read to me mode and interact with me mode. Kids will learn

LeapFrog Fridge DJ Magnetic Learning Radio

LeapFrog Fridge DJ Magnetic Learning Radio Review

LeapFrog Fridge DJ Magnetic Learning Radio Feature

• Learning songs and light show, on the fridge or on the go!
• Features three ways to play: Letter Songs, Number Songs and Classic Songs learning modes.
• Watch letters and numbers light up and listen to music with this multisensory learning experience.
• Encourages children to express themselves by dancing and singing along.
• Explores letters, numbers 1-20, counting and days of the week.

The Leapfrog Fridge DJ is truly a multi-sensory learning experience that helps your child discover numbers, letters and more! The learning screen lights up to show uppercase and lowercase letters, helping to develop letter-recognition skills. Rhyming songs introduce numbers 1-20, both up and down. Engaging music encourages children to move and dance along as Fridge DJ spins learning along! Requires 3 "AA" batteries, included. Measures 2"L x 9"W x 6"H.

LeapFrog Tag Learn to Read Phonics Book Series Short Vowels

LeapFrog Tag Learn to Read Phonics Book Series Short Vowels Review

LeapFrog Tag Learn to Read Phonics Book Series Short Vowels Feature

• Use your Tag Reader to bring phonics skills to life in this special six-book set for beginning readers
• The Tag Reader makes learning to read an exciting experience as kids hear words sounded out letter by letter and hear stories out loud
• Children explore short vowels and more beginning reading skills in six stories featuring lovable LeapFrog characters
• Each Learn to Read set introduces different skills, helping children build confidence with the fundamentals of reading
• Children can earn online rewards and parents can connect the Tag Reader to the online LeapFrog Learning Path to see what their child is learning

Leapfrog Enterprises Learn to Read Phonics Book Series Short Vowels 22330 Learning Toys

Playskool Alphie

Playskool Alphie Review

Playskool Alphie Feature

• There's a whole lot to discover when you're a preschooler and this Alphie figure shares one of the most important lessons, too
• Fun and engaging electronic robot figure
• Introduce your child to letters, math skills, special reasoning, cause and effect and much more
• Robot figure sings and plays music and features light up buttons
• Robot figure comes with 30 double-sided cards

This fun and engaging electronic robot figure introduces your child to letters, math skills, special reasoning, cause and effect and much more. Alphie “sings” and plays music and features light up buttons!

• Comes with 30 double-sided cards
• Includes 3 “AA” batteries
• Recommended Ages: 3 years & up

Leapfrog Tag Junior Book: Sesame Street: Monster Faces

Leapfrog Tag Junior Book: Sesame Street: Monster Faces Review

Leapfrog Tag Junior Book: Sesame Street: Monster Faces Feature

• Make Monster faces from Sesame Street as you learn about different emotions
• Touch Tag Junior to any part of any page and discover more than 150 audio responses in this book
• More than 24 playful activities encourage toddlers to take charge and explore, while helping build confidence with books
• Each Tag Junior board book focuses on a different preschool skill Sesame Street: Monster Faces focuses on identifying emotions
• See your child's progress through the online LeapFrog Learning Path, and get printable activities to expand the learning

Explore emotions like happy, grumpy, hungry and more with your lovable friends from Sesame Street! This Tag™ Junior board book springs to life when you touch Tag Junior to any part of any page. More than 24 playful activities and 150 audio responses encourage little ones to explore while helping build confidence with books. Parents can connect to the online LeapFrog® Learning Path to see their child's progress and get printable activities to expand the learning!

• Product Measures: 0.629" X 5" X 7"
• Recommended Ages: 2 years - 4 years

Playskool Explore and Grow Busy Ball Popper

Playskool Explore and Grow Busy Ball Popper Review

Playskool Explore and Grow Busy Ball Popper Feature

• Lively air-powered, ball-poppin' toy features fun, upbeat music
• Comes complete with five balls
• Includes ball popper base
• Also Includes output tube rack, tray, lower trough
• Giggles are guaranteed with 8 lively songs to help keep the fun rolling along

The Playskool Explore and Grow Busy Ball Popper is a great put-and-take adventure for your infant or toddler. Designed for children ages nine months and up, the Busy Ball Popper will have your child popping the bright, colorful balls into a fun frenzy as they are air-popped out of the lower tube. The ball spinner/popper provides a fun sensorial experience, and includes fun, upbeat music to match the bright colorful characters.

Explore and Grow Busy Ball Popper Ages: 9 months and up Requires: 4 "D" batteries (not included) Phillips screwdriver Adult assembly

What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Ease of assembly: Educational factor: The Good: An exciting sensorial, put-and-take toy for your infant/toddler. The Challenging: Could be damaged if dropped or thrown repeatedly. In a Nutshell: A colorful toy that pops balls into the air or onto the ground for chasing.

Watch the fan pop the colorful balls into the air! View larger.

Colorful Balls that Spin and Pop in the Air
The Busy Ball Popper is a one-piece toy that's made up of a removable ball trough, tube, and tray. When your child presses down on the big-eyed mushroom character on the Ball Popper, the balls move up the tube and pop out of the top, falling back into the tray to start the process all over again.

The popper is made to withstand the rigors of your infant's play and can be easily cleaned with a damp towel. The plastic balls are large enough that you will not have to worry about them as choking hazards, but when your child is popping the balls, make sure to keep an eye out for balls as they can go off of the track occasionally. The popper also includes eight lively songs that start once you have pumped down the plunger to activate the ball-popping fan.

Keep in mind that although the Busy Ball Popper is made out of a strong, durable plastic, it is fairly heavy and should be kept on a flat surface while being played to avoid any damage to your furniture. The toy also shuts itself off after a short period of time, but it is recommended to always turn it off manually for battery conservation.

Great Sensorial, Put-and-take Work For Your Child
This ball popper is a great toy for infants gaining gross motor skills, or for toddlers who are ready to chase the balls around the house and dance to the upbeat music. It is visually appealing with its bright, colorful balls and characters, and you never know where the balls may land, making it an exciting and new adventure each time.

What's in the Box
Ball popper base, plastic ball tray and lower trough, and five plastic balls. (Batteries are not included.)

Get silly with poppinâ?TM, droppinâ?TM colored balls! Pump the plunger and drop the balls onto the spiral track. When they reach the bottom, look out â?" the balls pop out the top! Giggles are guaranteed with eight lively songs to help keep the fun rolling along. And later, when babyâ?TMs a bit older, thereâ?TMs even more fun to be had by chasing after the bright, busy balls!

Includes ball popper base, output tube rack, tray, lower trough and five balls.

SUMMARY:
Lively air-powered, ball-poppinâ?TM toy features fun, upbeat music and comes complete with five balls. Includes ball popper base, output tube rack, tray, lower trough and five balls. Requires 4 â??Dâ? batteries (not included).

Mind Mania Spelling Clip

Mind Mania Spelling Clip Review

Mind Mania Spelling Clip Feature

• Learn spelling and vocabulary words on the go!
• over 2,000 words

Quantum Leap Mind Mania Arcade-style games and Spelling Clip

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Fun with Friends Musical Table

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Fun with Friends Musical Table Review

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Fun with Friends Musical Table Feature

• To see more information click the "Watch it in Action" link below the main product images
• Characterized light-up faces on activities encourage baby to cruise around the table
• Each character has a unique personality to interact with baby
• Teaches letters, numbers, opposites, shapes, colors, greetingsand first words
• Legs easily snap on so toddlers can cruise around and learn

The Fun With Friends Musical Table has over 50 songs, tunes and musical activities and four corners full of learning fun. For babies and toddlers aged 6-36 months, each corner of the table has an interactive, light-up character inviting baby to explore all around the table! Baby can learn letters, numbers, counting, first words, colors, shapes, opposites, animals and much more—in English and Spanish, with four different modes to choose from. Lots of activities, lots of songs, and even bilingual learning in an age-appropriate way!

Letters, numbers, shapes & colors – so many things to discover!

Encourages imaginative play, develops important skills and rewards curiosity.

Delightful Surprises for Baby to Discover
The Fun With Friends Musical Table includes four toys in one: a Laptop full of music and phrases lets baby discover the alphabet, shapes and more; a Piano helps baby learn colors and music; a Counting Phone teaches numbers and even has a removable receiver for role-play fun. There’s also a Book with pages to flip, which introduces words, animals and the concept of stories. Best of all, the Fun With Friends Musical Table grows with your baby. Younger babies can sit and play with busy activities using just the tabletop. Legs easily snap on so toddlers can cruise around and learn! There are four different modes to enjoy: Learning; Music; Imagination; and Bilingual play, which introduce letters, numbers and learning concepts in Spanish.

Benefits of Discovery Play
Rhythm, rhyme, and music are great ways to help babies learn. The songs and activities waiting to be discovered help introduce baby to sing-along learning, role play, and using their imagination. Four friendly light-up characters interact both with baby and with each other, encouraging baby to stand & cruise, and enhancing gross motor development. There are lots of colorful keys to press, which build baby’s fine motor skills and reward their curiosity. Each delightful discovery helps promote baby’s thinking and problem-solving skills by teaching action & reaction. The songs and stories also develop language skills by encouraging words and introducing the concept of storytelling. You can help your baby make connections between words and objects by pointing to them and repeating the words they hear in English and Spanish. “See the triangle, triangulo? There’s the number three, tres.”

Other Ways to Laugh & Learn
Babies learn more when they feel at home. Combining familiar objects, everyday discoveries, and your baby’s never-ending sense of wonder are the basis of the Laugh & Learn collection of toys from Fisher-Price. Make learning more fun with Laugh & Learn favorites like the Dance & Play Puppy, the Sweet Sounds Picnic, and the Smilin’ Smart Phone.

What's In The Box?
One Fun With Friends musical activity table with snap-on legs and instruction manual. Requires 3 AA (LR6) alkaline batteries, not included.

Busy, busy... there's so much to do, with four corners full of learning fun! Each has an entire interactive learning center with lights and a friendly character who invites baby to play, encouraging movement and exploration all around the table. Baby can learn letters, numbers, counting, first words, colors, shapes, opposites, animals and much more -- in English and Spanish! Musical fun includes sing-along songs, tunes, real instrument sounds and a variety of music styles. The Imagination mode brings imitative play to life with real-life sounds, piano keys, phone tones and more. Lots of activities, lots of songs and even bilingual learning in an age-appropriate way! Requires three "AA" batteries, not included.