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| View Larger Image | LeapFrog Clickstart My First Computer | Toyby LeapFrog
| List Price: | $44.99 | | Price: | $39.97 | | You Save: | $5.02 (11%) | | | Available: | Usually ships in 24 hours |
| | Sales Rank: | 604th |
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FEATURES | - Turns television into a learning computer and teaches how to use mouse and keyboard and to navigate screens
- Miniature mouse for little fingers to point and click; colored buttons to help learn keystrokes
- Four learning games teach phonics, letters, animal facts, counting, and computer skills
- Includes wireless keyboard, plug and play console, mouse and mouse pad
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Product Description
LeapFrog's ClickStart My First Computer is the first preschool learning system featuring a desktop experience that looks and works like a grownup PC. The ClickStart platform turns any TV into a child's first computer, simultaneously introducing core preschool skills and basic computer functionality. A friendly green puppy named Scout accompanies little ones on their learning journeys, appearing on the wireless keyboard with automatic shut-off as well as in onscreen games and activities.Rich with content, ClickStart My First Computer offers exciting games as well as engaging software applications that work together to help kids earn treats for their friend Scout. Includes wireless keyboard with automatic shut-off, cartridge based console, child-sized mouse and right or left hand adjustable mouse pad. Requires 4 "AA" batteries and 4 "C" batteries (not included). Measures 16" x 8". |
Amazon.com Product Description
.caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -15px; } The LeapFrog ClickStart My First Computer introduces tots to the wonders of the PC and helps them learn basic computer skills. Ideal for ages three through six, this interactive toy plugs right into the television and teaches youngsters how to use a mouse and keyboard. A Child-Friendly Design The ClickStart features a child-friendly wireless keyboard, plug and play console, and a child-sized mouse with a right- or-left-handed adjustable mouse pad. It transforms the TV into a PC, which allows kids to work on a big screen and the whole family to join in on the fun. The miniature mouse is perfectly formed for little fingers to point and click. Large, colored buttons make it easy for kids to learn basic keystrokes, and four friendly games create a safe, age-appropriate environment to navigate. ClickStart is built to withstand rough toddler handling, a plus for parents who want to spare their high-end desktops from child's play. And the wireless keyboard is light and convenient to transport from place to place, so kids can bring the fun with them wherever they go. Transform your TV into a PC for your child, complete with wireless keyboard and mouse. View larger. Your child can click any of the icons on the desktop to play a game and learn. Encourages Age-Appropriate Learning It is never too early to teach children the correct way to use a computer. The ClickStart ensures that a child's first computing experience is age appropriate and pleasant, with engaging games that not only enhance basic computer skills, but prepare children for pre-school and kindergarten. This educational tool has four games that teach phonics, letters, animal facts, and counting, while sharpening a child's screen navigation skills. Friendly puppy Scout guides kids through keyboard functions and allows them to work at their own pace. Techno tots can click on a faux in-box to receive their first e-mail; it even has sound for nonreaders. Should the youngster ever become stumped, a hint button gives them a clue. Additional ClickStart software packages, sold separately, feature well-known characters such as Thomas the Tank Engine, Dora the Explorer, and Nemo. What's in the Box Wireless keyboard, plug and play console, mouse and mouse pad, and 4 learning games are built into the system. (Batteries are not included) |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.0 based on 181 reviews)
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Durable, Educational AND Fun - a wonderful toy! by Amy S. Mcfarland (California)  5 Stars
October 23, 2009
My son received this for his second birthday, and while he was admittedly too young to get the full benefit, he is now three and wants to use it every day. It has familiarized him with a QWERTY keyboard, which is fantastic in my book since many kids' laptop and computer toys put letters in alphabetical order, not how they are on a real keyboard. The mouse can also be moved to either side, so if you have a lefty or a righty, a quick move gets the mouse where they need it.
The Clickstart comes with a few games pre-loaded, some that deal with letters and the keyboard, some with arrow keys and some with the mouse. There are also two levels, so beginners and kiddos who have some experience with it can each have a good time.
My son loves the ABC tree, which starts asking children to press any letter they like, and then progresses into asking them to find specific letters on the keyboard. The keyboard is color-coded (each of three lines has a different color), which also makes it easier to learn your way around the keyboard. If my son ever gets stuck on a letter, he'll ask me what color it is so he can find it easier.
His other favorite game is Scout's House, which involves using the mouse to direct the puppy around his house and backyard - another great game!
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Great idea, if you work for Duracell by James A. McCurdy (Woburn, MA United States)  3 Stars
October 07, 2009
My 3 1/2 year old has loved this toy for about a year. I am about to buy more rechargeable batteries because there is no 'sleep' mode for the silly thing, and batteries die VERY quickly. I'd suggest rechargeables if you buy this. LeapFrog could have spent $.000005 and added an 'off' switch to make this a great product, but they went cheap. Otherwise, lots of fun. Keeps him off of my home PC... can't beat that!
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Our niece loves this computer. by Bargain Hugger (VA USA) 5 Stars
October 03, 2009
We bought this item for our niece's 4th Birthday, and she loves it. Her mother says as soon as she wakes up in the morning, she wants to play on her Leap Frog computer. This a great product. I recommend it highly.
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Eats battery and mouse is difficult to use. by Susan A. Parsley (Houston, Texas USA)  1 Stars
October 01, 2009
The keyboard unit does not have an off switch and it constantly polls looking for the control unit. We turned it on for the first time and used for about 15 minutes. When we came back to it the next evening it was dead.
I like the games, but the mouse is difficult to use and when the batteries are dying works irratically and is frustrating for my little one.
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3.5 year old loves it :) by S. Adams (Big Lake, MN) 5 Stars
September 27, 2009
My daughter has had this for about a year now. She drags it all over (by the mouse!) and it still works great for us. The biggest problem I have is getting her to be in "line of sight" with the base so the keyboard works smoothly. I would reccomend this to anyone, almost 1 year of play and only on our 2nd set of batteries, nothing has broken, and she's still adores it! Not many toys that I can say that about :)
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SIMILAR PRODUCTS |
| LeapFrog ClickStart My First Computer Adapter
by LeapFrog
Power up the learning! Simply plug the adapter into your ClickStart My First Computer Console and AC wall outlet, and get plugged into educational fun.
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| LeapFrog® ClickStart Educational Software:Dora the Explorer Friends: ¡Amigos!
by LeapFrog
Dora the Explorer: Friends! Amigos! brings favorite characters Dora and Boots to the ClickStart software library for an exploration sensation. Dora guides children in matching, shapes, letters, and counting in Spanish. Players help Dora reach a hot-air balloon; fill holes in a bridge to reach and rescue a jaguar cub, and match letters, words, and pictures to cross Troll Bridge. For use with the ClickStart My First Computer (sold separately).
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| LeapFrog® ClickStart Educational Software:Finding Nemo - Sea of Keys
by LeapFrog
Finding Nemo: Sea of Keys proves there's nothing fishy about underwater learning fun. Kids join Dory, Nemo and their friends in deep-sea adventures designed to buoy mastery of letters, phonics skills and word building. Dive into games that help kids build early reading and keyboard skills. For use with the ClickStart My First Computer (sold separately).
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| LeapFrog® ClickStart Educational Software: Thomas & Friends - Learning Destinations
by LeapFrog
Thomas and Friends: Learning Destinations will put kids aboard the learning train with Thomas. Software features games to help kids develop preschool and computing skills. Players help Thomas deliver cargo and use the mouse to solve problems along the way. And kids get to play conductor in a high-speed race. For use with the ClickStart My First Computer (sold separately).
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| LeapFrog® ClickStart Educational Software: Animal Art Studio
by LeapFrog
Animal Art Studio, a LeapFrog original, blends art and music with fun animal characters to foster kids' creative expression and critical thinking skills. Children can draw an animal in its habitat or create the habitat around it; mix and match animal parts to form new creatures; or animate animals for a parade. For use with the ClickStart My First Computer (sold separately).
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