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".

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #285 in Toys & Games
• Brand: LeapFrog
• Model: 22325
• Released on: 2007-06-07
• Dimensions: 18.50" h x 12.10" w x 4.30" l, 3.50 pounds

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

Amazon.com Product Description
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, 4 learning games, and 4 AA batteries.

From the Manufacturer
Turns your TV Into A Learning PC! Introduce your child to the world of computer learning. Features a child-friendly wireless keyboard with automatic shut-off, cartridge-based console, child-sized mouse and right- or left-hand adjustable mousepad. ClickStart My First Computer creates a safe environment right on your television, transforming it into child's very own computer. Four included games teach essential skills for school while introducing basic computer navigation. Additional software featuring popular children's characters is also available!

Customer Reviews

Great concept that failed
This is such a great concept. My kids were excited about it, it looked perfect and could have been such a wonderful product.

The concept I give 5 stars. The product itself I give 1 star (especially when you factor in the price you pay for a flawed product).

The product is sturdy and colorful. Cordless which makes it easy for the kids to move around with. The games are educational and great for the kids.

All around it is a great product. Except for one thing. The mouse does not work. My kids so wanted to play with it and ended up frustrated that it didn't work right. I sat down to try it out and it was extremely difficult for me to use (as well as my 12yr old and husband who also tried it out). When you add in the small mouse pad and it is just even more difficult to use.

I tried rolling it on the carpet and using a regular mouse pad next to it. None of this helped.

My kids never play with it besides the few times they tried to. I have thought about just giving them the computer part to pretend with. But, it's too expensive for that. I went out and bought them one of those battery operated laptops instead.

I am thinking of selling this thing on Ebay or something. It's useless, a disapointment and irritates me that I wasted so much money on it. The product cost me $60.-, I paid the $10.- for the adapter and then paid taxes (because it shipped from my state) and s&h charges. So, in the end, I paid about $90.- for it all. Luckily I didn't order additional games.

Awesome toy... while it worked
As a teacher, I'm always looking for interactive learning opportunities for my kids (2 and 4). This seemed like an excellent concept, and I was very pleased with the basic game that it came with. It has two level options, the first one just getting the child acquainted with clicking and pressing buttons and the second level taking it a step farther with letter ID and spelling activities. My children have not used the computer much, so it was perfect for them. That particular game may be too easy if your child has already used the regular computer a lot. In any case, I thought this game system was really great until some of the keys stopped working. The O and the K no longer work on the keyboard, which is a real problem when you are doing spelling games! I'm beyond the three month warranty period, however this game system had not been used much at all. We just aren't into watching TV much, so we didn't use it very often. I'd say that we probably totaled about 2-4 weeks of average use, yet it still broke that quickly. VERY disappointing for an expensive toy from LeapFrog.

WOW!
WE LOVE IT!
NOTE: Make sure you have it on the correct settings for your location:
When I first hooked it up, my screen was rolling but I looking up the issue on the LeapFrog website and found this:
Make sure the PAL(Europe)/NTSC (USA/Canada) switch is in the correct position. The switch is located in the console's battery compartment. Turn the console off before switching between PAL and NTSC.
YAY!
Works great.
We love Leap Products.