My daughter has a December birthday. That makes it hard for me to think of gifts to get her. I think when she’s a little bit older it will be easier, but I’m struggling this year. Since she loves playing games on our iPhones we knew she’d love a VTech InnoTab. Adults aren’t the only one with tablets on their wish list this year. Children are becoming more and more tech savvy. Why not give them their own educational tablet device so you won’t have to share yours? The VTech InnoTab was designed specifically for kids ages 4-9 and loaded with the same types of features as a standard tablet. InnoTab features four different media players: an e-book reader, MP3 music player, photo viewer and video player. With 64MB of onboard memory for games, music, and books, there’s plenty of room to store your favorites. An SD card slot is also available for memory expansion. A 5″ color touch screen includes tilt-sensor for educational game play. Connect InnoTab to your computer with the included USB cable to sync it. Once you connect it to the web, you can easily download games, e-books, apps, and other fun activities from VTech’s Learning Lodge.
McKinley just turned three so she’s a little younger than the recommended age. Still, she’s getting good use out of her new tablet device. She especially loves the Art Studio. It’s really neat! There are so many tools and colors to use, it really keeps her entertained. There are coloring pages and blank pages to use your own imagination and creativity. I love seeing the things she makes.
InnoTab comes pre-loaded with a couple of games and books to get you started. You can purchase cartridges and download materials as well. She got a Dora cartridge that she enjoys and we are getting her a Disney Princess one for Christmas. They have a really good selection of games that I know she’ll enjoy and learn from at the same time.
The InnoTab is something that I’m sure McKinley will use for a long time. It’s great for quiet time and road trips and the fact that new content can be added keeps it fresh and fun. I’d definitely recommend InnoTab!
Check out this short video to see InnoTab in action:
Here’s a little more information from VTech:
Interactive E-Books Bring Reading to Life
Kids will be captivated by InnoTab’s vivid and interactive e-books, which offer narration, character voices, graphics, sounds, and music. Children can learn reading comprehension, vocabulary, and phonics while interacting with animated characters. Words are highlighted as kids read, and offer proper pronunciation when touched on the screen.
Each e-book also comes with a story dictionary. The definitions make it easy for children to understand the word and the context of the story.
Fun and Educational Games, Activities, and Tools
The InnoTab offers a variety of games and activities that keep your child happy, learning, and occupied for hours. Its multimedia players let children listen to music and view video, while the art-studio app allows them draw with their fingers or the included stylus. Kids can even color in the InnoTab’s virtual coloring book and bring these pictures to life by tilting the tablet from side to side.
Children can learn how to schedule their busy days with the calendar function, while keeping track of friends and family in their address book. A calculator is also included to help kids learn math.
Update and Customize Through Your Computer
Just like an adult’s touchpad device, the InnoTab syncs to any Mac or PC with the included USB cable. Once you connect it to the web, you can easily download games, e-books, apps, and other fun activities from VTech’s Learning Lodge. Parents can also use the Learning Lodge to stay abreast of their kid’s progress on a variety of educational lessons and milestones.
Library of Feature-Rich Software Cartridges
VTech offers a variety of changeable software cartridges (sold separately), providing interactive e-books, learning games, and creative activities. Kids can play and learn with some of their favorite characters, including Dora the Explorer, Mickey Mouse, Disney Princesses, and the gang from Toy Story.
The VTech InnoTab Learning App Tablet is backed by a manufacturer’s limited one-year warranty.
What’s in the Box
VTech InnoTab Interactive Learning Tablet, USB cable, and instruction manual.
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