 - 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
List Price: $59.99
Lowest Price: $48.95 
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: 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.
Customer Reviews: Rating: 
Date: 2008-07-04
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. Rating: 
Date: 2008-06-24
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. Rating:
Date: 2008-05-23
More Educational than other Video games
This was a X-mas present for our 3 year son. He was very excited for the fist 3 months but now he plays just every now and then.
The ClickStart is a great toy to get them started on the computer world with educational games and control. I find it useful and recreational, the image quality is not great when you use a big screen HDTV as I do, but I don't think kids see the difference. Great material, resistant to boys treatment... nice colors.
On the downside, the mouse does not go on "stand by" mode or something similar, therefore the battery life is not as long as I expected. And clearly, to keep your kids interested on the game, you have to keep buyng the games... one game will not be interesting after a couple of months. Rating:
Date: 2008-05-14
Good Idea, needs work
The difficulty level is about right for my 3 year old. She likes to play with this and it has been educational but there are a few problems. The mouse pad is too small for the mouse and the cord is really stiff, both can make the game a little frustrating for her. The keyboard is supposed to turn off after 5 min., but I have walked into the room and seen the light flashing on the keyboard when no one has been around for hours. We got this for christmas and I have already went through 3 sets of batteries. My daughter has probably only played on it for 10 hours total. Now the base unit won't turn on or off right away, you have to try a few times to get it to work. I think it's a great idea but there might be something similar out there that has a better design. I wished I would have shopped around more before I bought this. Rating:
Date: 2008-05-07
Sitting your kid in front of the TV to learn doesn't seem right to me.
We got this as a present but we have not even opened it. It seems to me that sitting our young son in front of the TV to play games, even if they're "educational" doesn't seem right to me. I know it's easier parenting for us to have him staring catatonically in front of the TV for an hour, but I don't want to teach him at age 3 to become obsessed with the computer games and TV. Just my opinion. |
