VTech InnoTab Software - Hello Kitty

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Common Sense Media says

Sweet party with famous kitty brings learning and fun.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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Learning4
Best: Really engaging, great learning approach.
Very Good: Engaging, very good learning approach.
Good: Pretty engaging, good learning approach.
Fair: Somewhat engaging, okay learning approach.
Not for Learning : Not recommended for learning.
Not for Kids: Not age-appropriate for kids; not recommended for learning.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that VTech InnoTab Software - Hello Kitty is a collection of games and activities loosely based on the birthday celebration for Hello Kitty's twin sister, Mimmy. There are a variety of different activities, and kids will enjoy exploring them all, although they feel disjointed in one game cartridge. The cartridge is full of positive messages and there is little to no objectionable content.

  • Positive messages5
    Hello Kitty and her friends work together to create a special birthday for Hello Kitty's sister.
  • Positive role models5
    All of the characters are kind and thoughtful as they work together. Kids will relate to the friendships and fun.
  • Ease of play4
    Kids will navigate most of these activities with ease. There are a few odd moments. In particular, the game asks kids if they'd like to "try something more challenging," which may confuse younger kids.
  • Violence & scariness0
    Not applicable.
  • Language0
    Not applicable.
  • Consumerism2
    The game is based on the very popular Hello Kitty franchise, which has spawned a wide variety of products.
  • Privacy & safety0
    Not applicable.
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What kids can learn

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Kids can learn about counting and addition, colors, and vocabulary. They can also learn about rhythm, musical instruments, and how to match like items. While the instructions can get a little tedious, VTech InnoTab Software - Hello Kitty integrates preschool learning into its birthday party theme. 

Subjects
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Arts
    music, rhythm
  • Hobbies
Skills
  • Emotional Development
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Responsibility & Ethics
  • Tech Skills
  • Health & Fitness
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What's it about?

VTECH INNOTAB SOFTWARE - HELLO KITTY starts with an eBook about Hello Kitty as she plans a surprise birthday party for her twin sister, Mimmy. Kids can have the story read with highlighted words or without. The pages are highly interactive and kids can even click on some of the words for definitions. There are three games involving music/rhythm, counting/addition, and matching/colors/memory. The creative areas allow kids to make Hello Kitty greeting cards, picture frames, and actual pictures.

Is it any good?

 

VTech InnoTab Software - Hello Kitty captures the charm and personality of the character. The eBook isn't all that heavy in content, but it's nice to have so many interactive elements and the chance to have words defined. The games are cute and educational, although the repetition of the instruction videos is a bit tedious. VTech InnoTab Software - Hello Kitty offers an area for creation. Kids can decorate a card, but they can only include a few canned messages on them (why include Christmas decor with no "Merry Christmas" message?). There are enough activities in the cartridge to make it feel worthwhile, but not enough depth for a full "wow" reaction.

Explore, discuss, enjoy

  • Families can talk about birthdays. What would you want at a surprise birthday party in your honor?

  • Families can also discuss the importance of building friendships.

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What kids can learn

4

Kids can learn about counting and addition, colors, and vocabulary. They can also learn about rhythm, musical instruments, and how to match like items. While the instructions can get a little tedious, VTech InnoTab Software - Hello Kitty integrates preschool learning into its birthday party theme. 

Subjects
  • Language & Reading: reading, reading comprehension, vocabulary
  • Math: addition, counting
  • Science:
  • Social Studies:
  • Arts: music, rhythm
  • Hobbies:
Skills
  • Thinking & Reasoning: memorization
  • Creativity: imagination, making new creations
  • Self-Direction:
  • Emotional Development:
  • Communication:
  • Collaboration:
  • Responsibility & Ethics:
  • Tech Skills:
  • Health & Fitness:

What's it about?

VTECH INNOTAB SOFTWARE - HELLO KITTY starts with an eBook about Hello Kitty as she plans a surprise birthday party for her twin sister, Mimmy. Kids can have the story read with highlighted words or without. The pages are highly interactive and kids can even click on some of the words for definitions. There are three games involving music/rhythm, counting/addition, and matching/colors/memory. The creative areas allow kids to make Hello Kitty greeting cards, picture frames, and actual pictures.

How kids will learn

VTech InnoTab Software - Hello Kitty is playful and cute, with a nice variety of activities that kids can access at will without having to follow a particular path or lesson plan. Kids can choose from two difficulty levels in the learning games and each one has several levels built in. There is no "smart" progression through the software, so kids may need help picking the right levels.

How parents can help

  • Ask your kids to bring you objects that are a specific color or shape.
  • Practice counting and adding with snacks, candies, shoes, etc.
  • Have kids repeat clapping rhythms.
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Topics:magic and fantasy, arts and dance, brothers and sisters, cats, dogs, and mice, friendship, numbers and letters
Platforms:InnoTab 2, InnoTab
Available online?Not available online
Genre:Edutainment
Developer:VTech Electronics
Release date:August 7, 2012
Price:$24.99
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