Vtech - Write And Learn Touch Tablet

Vtech - Write And Learn Touch Tablet Review

Vtech - Write And Learn Touch Tablet Feature

• Touch screen with stylus
• Cute notepad design for easy portability
• 26 letter buttons, each represented by an animal
• 5 modes of play
• Progressive learning takes kids from shape drawing to letter formation

The Write & Learn Touch Tablet will take your child on a learning adventure! This portable notepad has five different modes of play that teach your child about object and shape drawing, uppercase letters, lowercase letters, and letter writing. Through graduated learning, this tablet allows your child to develop their skills, starting with simple line and shape drawing and moving up to actual letter formation. Its touch screen lets them draw and write directly on the screen using either their finger or the attached writing stylus. For added fun, 26 alphabet buttons each represent an animal that comes to life after the player correctly draws the matching letter on the touch screen.

Product Measures: 1.5 x 6.7 x 9.2

Recommended Ages: 3 years - 5 years

LeapFrog Learn and Groove Color Play Drum

LeapFrog Learn and Groove Color Play Drum Review

LeapFrog Learn and Groove Color Play Drum Feature

• Tap into learning fun with the Color Play Drum
• Children can hear three different musical styles: classical, marching and salsa
• As they play on the drum, children learn?in both English and Spanish?about colors, opposites and counting numbers
• Parents can connect to the online LeapFrog Learning Path for customized learning ideas and insights from LeapFrog

Tap into learning fun with the Color Play Drum! As children play along to classical, marching or salsa beats, they’ll learn about colors, counting and opposites in both English and Spanish. Parents can connect to the online LeapFrog® Learning Path for customized learning insights and ideas to expand the learning.
 

• Product Measures: 7.78" x 3.67" x 7.78"
• Recommended Ages: 6 months - 3 years

Vtech Follow Me Writer

Vtech Follow Me Writer Review

Vtech Follow Me Writer Feature

• Teaches stroke order for both upper and lower case letters
• Teaches preschoolers how to draw basic lines, shapes and simple objects
• Placement of pen allows easy writing for both right and left handed children
• Automatic shut off preserves battery life
• For Ages 3+

Take a learning journey with VTech's Follow Me Writer toy! With the chunky stylus, preschoolers will learn to write upper and lower case letters, shapes and objects. Watch as the Follow Me Writer demonstrates the proper stroke order on screen and encourages your child to mimic the action while giving positive reinforcement through voice and songs.

Product Measures: 1.8 x 3.7 x 6.9

Recommended Ages: 3 years - 6 years

Melissa & Doug Deluxe 10-Piece Magnetic Fishing Game

Melissa & Doug Deluxe 10-Piece Magnetic Fishing Game Review

Melissa & Doug Deluxe 10-Piece Magnetic Fishing Game Feature

• Colorful magnetic fishing game comes to life with redesigned artwork
• Special magnetic wand magically captures puzzle pieces on the game board
• Fun and challenging way to develop hand-eye coordination, visual perception and fine motor skills
• 10 removable pieces

Can you "catch" all these colorful sea creatures, then put them back where they belong' Redesigned artwork brings new life to these much-loved, creative magnetic games. Includes beautiful board with 10 magnetic pieces and magnetic wand. Measures 11.8" x 9.1" x .6".

LeapFrog Twinkle Twinkle Little Scout

LeapFrog Twinkle Twinkle Little Scout Review

LeapFrog Twinkle Twinkle Little Scout Feature

• Children get cozy on their way to learning?and then sleeping?with Twinkle Twinkle Little Violet!
• As they cuddle Violet they can explore first words and counting or listen to sweet lullabies.
• Softly glowing moon helps guide children to nap time or nighttime
• Blanket detaches for easy cleaning.
• Parents can connect to the online LeapFrog® Learning Path for customized learning insights and ideas to expand the learning.

Children get cozy on their way to learning—and then sleeping—with Twinkle Twinkle Little Scout! As they cuddle Scout they can explore first words and counting or listen to sweet lullabies. Parents can connect to the online LeapFrog® Learning Path for customized learning insights and ideas to expand the learning.

• Recommended Ages: 1 months - 3 years

Spot It

Spot It Review

Spot It Feature

• Contains four fast, challenging mini-party games in which all players play simultaneously
• Designed for all ages and packaged in a travel-size tin, Spot it develops visual perception and matching skills
• It supports quick mental processing and sharpens cognitive skills in a fun atmosphere
• The symbols are universal and easy to remember but the variety of imagery will challenge any eye
• Travel size

Put your visual perception skills to the test with Spot It, a fun, fast-paced, and simple card game that everyone aged 7 years and up can enjoy. In a group of two to eight players, you'll draw cards and match symbols, like light bulbs, snowmen, or puppies, but with one catch--only one matching symbol exists between any two cards. The first person to spot the matching symbol and call it out wins.

Spot It

• Ages: Seven years and up
• Requires: 2 to 8 players

At a Glance:

• Challenges visual perception, mental processing, and matching skills
• Includes five individual mini-game options
• Travel-size tin for convenient on-the-go game play

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Fast-Paced Observation Game for the Whole Family

The Spot It game consists of 55 circular cards, each decorated with eight symbols. There are more than 50 symbols in all, including images of hearts, snowflakes, dragons, and lightning bolts, as well as words such as Stop, Art, and OK. The symbols are universal in nature, allowing everyone, including young children, to participate in the family fun.

Because the game requires quick mental processing, it moves fast, challenging your visual perception, memory, and matching skills. Your group of two to eight players will delight in spotting the matching symbols and agonize over getting beat to the punch by a faster player.

Spot the Matching Symbol to Win

Playing this card game is easy. Simply draw two cards at random and place them face up on the table so that everyone can see. Find the matching symbol between the two cards. The first player to call out the name of the matching symbol wins. The winning player then draws two new cards, places them on the table, and repeats the process.

If two players are tied for first at the end of the game, the winner is settled by having a duel. Each player draws one card and places it face up on the table at the same time. The first player to spot the matching symbol between the cards and call it out wins the duel.

Play Five Individual Mini-Games

In addition to regular game play, this game lets players choose from five individual mini-games with separate rules and objectives. Choose such contests as The Tower, The Well, Hot Potato, The Poisoned Gift, or Triplet and play them in any order. The player who wins the most mini-games becomes the champion.

This card game comes with everything you'll need to play, including a convenient travel-size tin container so you can take this card game to parties or on trips.

What's in the Box

Spot It tin travel container, illustrated rule sheet, and 55 cards.

Truly Amazing. There is always one, and only one, matching symbol between any 2 cards in this game. Spot it and you win. There are only 8 symbols on each card, but 2 matching symbols may be different sizes. This challenge increases as new cards are quickly revealed in this fast-paced game. Spot it contains four fast, challenging mini-party games in which all players play simultaneously. The Tower, The Well, The Hot Potato, and The Poisoned Gift can be played in any order, or you can just play your favorites. The bottom line is, have fun. Designed for all ages and packaged in a travel-size tin, Spot it. has colorful, appealing symbols on high-quality, glossy card stock. With fast action and endless fun, this unique card game is sure to be a splash at your next party and to become a family favorite. Spot it develops visual perception and matching skills. It supports quick mental processing and sharpens cognitive skills in a fun atmosphere. The symbols are universal and easy to remember but the variety of imagery will challenge any eye.

• For 2-8 players
• Takes 10-20 minute to play
• Contents: 55 cards and illustrated rules
• Travel size
• Recommended ages: 6 years & up

Fisher-Price Classic Farmer Says See N Say

Fisher-Price Classic Farmer Says See N Say Review

Fisher-Price Classic Farmer Says See N Say Feature

• Includes soft animal friend to play with
• Four fun ways to play with farmer says
• Sing along with one of the 4 interactive songs
• Listen to animal songs, or play fun quiz games and even have counting fun
• Have fun and learn at the same time!

Classic learning toy
New flipping pages that allows kids to learn
Quiz Mode Game
Identification Game
It's a great way to learn words and animals, too!

LeapFrog Explorer Learning Game: The Penguins of Madagascar: Operation Plushy Rescue (works with LeapPad & Leapster Explorer)

LeapFrog Explorer Learning Game: The Penguins of Madagascar: Operation Plushy Rescue (works with LeapPad & Leapster Explorer) Review

LeapFrog Explorer Learning Game: The Penguins of Madagascar: Operation Plushy Rescue (works with LeapPad & Leapster Explorer) Feature

• Works with the Leapster Explorer and LeapPad Explorer systems (sold separately).
• Use mathematics skills to earn tokens that help you uncover secret Penguins vacation photos.
• Develop your logic skills by assembling tricky puzzles to overcome gorilla-sized obstacles.
• Learn facts about endangered animals and listen to the sounds they make.
• Teaches addition, subtraction, animal science and logic and reasoning skills. Appropriate for children ages 4 to 7 years (grades pre-K to 1).

Leapster - Learning Game: The Penguins of Madagascar: Operation Plushy Rescue

LeapFrog Leapster Learning Game Scholastic Digging for Dinosaurs

LeapFrog Leapster Learning Game Scholastic Digging for Dinosaurs Review

LeapFrog Leapster Learning Game Scholastic Digging for Dinosaurs Feature

• Find the different types of food needed by different types of dinosaurs
• Help a dinosaur navigate a maze to find its herd or get home safely
• Dig for fossils and build dinosaur skeletons for a museum exhibit
• Teaches dinosaur facts, fossil facts, scientific process, map skills, logic and reasoning skills, spatial relationships and matching skills
• Expanded Play for Leapster2 system. Leapster2 players can connect online for extra games, activities and rewards
• Parents can get detailed learning progress reports through the online LeapFrog Learning Path

Discover the world of dinosaurs in six amazing adventures that explore how they looked, where they lived, what they ate and more! Features expanded play for Leapster2 system, so Leapster2 players can connect online for extra games, activities and rewards, and parents can get detailed learning progress reports through the online LeapFrog® Learning Path. \n\n \n\nTeaches:\n- Dinosaur facts\n- Fossil facts\n- Scientific process\n- Map skills\n- Logic and reasoning skills\n- Spatial relationships\n- Matching skills\n

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

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

Fisher-Price iXL 6-in-1 Learning System (Pink) 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 (Pink) Ages: 3 to 7 years Requires: Four AA batteries, 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

Wait ‘til they get their hands on iXL—the six-in-one learning, entertainment and media gadget. It’s just like mom’s techie touch-screen devices, but for kids! Like them, it’s small but powerful and smart—and packed with creative fun! It’s a Digital Reader, Game Player, Notepad, Art Studio, MP3 Player, and Photo Viewer.

Kids can add their own music and photos, personalizing with fun drawing tools and digital stickers. And they’ll love all the different ways to play, learning important fundamentals from preloaded games and animated storybooks. iXL™ comes with a Media Manager on CD-ROM, making it easy to load and manage photos, music and other content.

It also features a touch-sensitive, color LCD screen; attached stylus; headphone jack; SD card slot for memory expansion; and USB connector and cable.

• Product Measures: 1.80" x 4.0" x 4.90"
• Recommended Ages: 3 Years & up

LeapFrog My Pal Scout

LeapFrog My Pal Scout Review

LeapFrog My Pal Scout Feature

• Download your child's name and favorite things to this cuddly customizable puppy, Scout (Internet connection required)
• Listen to any of 5 pre-loaded songs, 4 learning songs and 3 playful melodies
• Press Scout's paws for lullabies, learning songs and activities with numbers, animals, food and more
• Parents can connect to the online LeapFrog Learning Path for customized learning ideas and insights from LeapFrog
• Select music from an online list of 30 songs (Internet connection required)

The LeapFrog My Pal Scout is an interactive companion that helps children learn with an entertaining twist. Recommended for ages six months to three years, the cuddly Pal Scout's music, lights, and singsong voice appeals to kids whether they are barely crawling or talking in complete sentences. As an added feature, you can personalize the toy to match your child's preferences through the LeapFrog Connect application simply by connecting the My Pal Scout to a computer with the USB cable (included).

My Pal Scout Ages: 6 to 36 months Requires: 3 "AAA" batteries (included)

What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Educational factor: Novelty factor: The Good: Interactive toy can be personalized to your child's preferences. The Challenging: You'll need to use a computer to access new melodies and print activity sheets. In a Nutshell: An entertaining companion for kids from infant to toddler stage.

An ideal companion for a young child, My Pal Scott sings, talks, and can even learn your child's name. View larger.

Using the doll's USB port, you can personalize Scott to suit your child's preferences. View larger.

Soft Material with Bright Colors and Pleasing Voice
My Pal Scout, with its plush fabric and colorful puppy design, is appealing to children. The voice of Scout, a playful and upbeat young boy's, is fun and engaging for growing minds. Infants are also attracted to the name tag that lights up when Scout speaks or plays music. The name tag is made of durable plastic, and the new model features paws with embroidered symbols instead of decals so there are no removable pieces on the toy's exterior.

Your child can chew on this sturdy toy's ears or toss it around. My Pal Scout is light enough for even the youngest child to hold and carry. The handy Velcro closure keeps the battery compartment, USB port, and power/volume switch securely inside the toy. The switch has three settings: normal volume, quiet volume, and master off. In the "master off" mode, Scout will not operate when the paws are pressed, so only parents will be able to turn the toy back on. My Pal Scout's speakers are also inside the toy and provide balanced sound.

Advice for parents: when My Pal Scout starts to sound distorted, parents will need a screwdriver to open the battery compartment and change the 3 "AAA" batteries.

Music, Words, and Lullabies
Each paw on My Pal Scout is embroidered with a different symbol that, when pressed, turns on a special feature. The right arm paw with a ball symbol provides snappy sentences designed to help your child learn different emotions, colors, and words. The left arm paw features music notes; when pressed you hear a 15-second, upbeat song. The songs rotate randomly and include seven vocal songs to teach skills and three fun instrumental tunes.

Younger infants will be attracted to the melodies, while older toddlers can sing along. The right foot has a stars/moon symbol for five different selections of soothing music for naps or bedtime. Press it once for two minutes of music, or press it twice for five minutes of songs. If your child wants a little extra time with My Pal Scout before falling asleep, you can press the paw three times to hear ten minutes of music.

Parents can use the songs that come pre-loaded on My Pal Scout or change the songs by connecting to the LeapFrog Connect application. It's easy to turn off My Pal Scout by simply pressing the left foot's on/off switch; push any of the other paws to resume play mode.

Personalize for Your Child
A special feature of My Pal Scout is the ability to customize your child's experience. The instruction booklet will guide you through the easy process to connect My Pal Scout to a computer with the USB cord and download the LeapFrog Connect application. All it takes is 25 megabytes of free space on your computer and about 15 minutes to personalize the toy with your child's preferences. You'll be able to search for your child's name among a database of thousands. When selected, My Pal Scout will use your child's name in phrases such as "I love you" and incorporate his/her name into songs.

The application also allows you to choose your child's favorite color, animal, and food to personalize Scout's phrases to your child's favorite things. There's a resource section for printing activity sheets that your toddler will enjoy. Also, you can switch up the songs and lullabies so they're constantly fresh and different. The database is updated regularly with new songs.

The only drawback: if your child has a very uncommon name, there's a slim chance that it will not be in the LeapFrog database. However, you can choose one of many nicknames that you may call your child, such as "Munchkin" or "Peanut."

What's in the Box
One My Pal Scout toy, three "AAA" batteries, one USB cable, Quick Connect Guide and Parent Instructions booklet.

New Model! (Model #19156)

Give learning a personal touch with this soft, cuddly green puppy named Scout! Scout connects to the computer so you can customize the music and personalize the learning with your child’s name and favorite food, animal and color. Scout comes with 5 pre-loaded songs, or you can select and download your choice of learning tunes and lullabies from an online list of 30 songs.* Press the embroidered decal on Scout's paw to play music, learning songs or games!

Parents can connect to the online LeapFrog^® Learning Path for customized learning insights and ideas to expand the learning.

Learning Skills:
-First words
-Daily routines
-Early number sense
-Feelings and emotions
-Animals
 

Recommended Age: 6-36 months

*Internet connection required to personalize Scout with your child’s name and favorite items or to change songs. Requires 3 AA Batteries (Included).