Electronic toys are not just for teenagers. Preschoolers and early elementary aged children have a full range of gadgets that help them learn basic educational skills while having fun. The following is a list of the most popular items on their lists this year.
Leapster – L Max Learning System
The Leapster is a handheld electronic toy that provides hours of fun and learning for your child. Simply insert a disk (sold separately) and let the learning begin. The games teach essential skills for children aged four through fourth grade and include reading, phonics, spelling, math, and other activities. The console has a kid friendly multi-directional control pad as well as a stylus pen for point and click action. The unit retails for $59.99.
V.Smile Enhanced TV Learning System
A Television learning system that suits the needs of children from preschool to second grade, the V.Smile includes a variety of hands on activities for endless learning and entertainment. The unit includes a microphone for sing along programs as well as a writing pad stylus to teach proper lettering mechanics. The video game platform plugs directly into your television. Each of the games (sold separately), include two different learning levels that grow with your child’s abilities. The oversized joystick and buttons are perfect for little hands and aid in establishing fine motor skills. The V.Smile is available for $49.99.
High School Musical Got the Moves Dance Mat
Perfect for the dancer in your house as well as the High School Musical aficionado, the High School Musical Got the Moves Dance Mat provides three dance levels from beginner to star. This electronic toy, which retails for $29.99 will get your child off the couch and moving to one of four popular songs from the hit Disney movie. Simply follow the lights on the console to master each of the levels.
Digi Glam Makeover
Perfect for the glamour queen in your house, the Digi Glam Makeover allows your fashion diva to take digital photos and then enhance them. The electronic toy includes make-up, hair, jewelry and clothing effects in a variety of styles and colors. The touch pad console connects directly to a television so your child can design on the big screen. Plus, the photo booth allows them to create a fashion show of their favorite styles. Digi Glam sells for $59.99.
Transformers Transportable Power Center
Perfect for that little boy in your life, the Transformers Transportable Power Center, which retails for $34.99, provides six learning zones and 36 activities for hours of educational fun. The unit is designed with smart chip technology which allows it to auto adjust to the learner’s level based on their performance. Children can play a variety of math, spelling, logic and memory games and are able to personalize the toy to their needs.