LeapFrog Little Touch LeapPad Parent Guide & Instructions
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1. It is never too early to start reading As your child cuddles with you touches the pages of books and takes an active role in the book reading experience positive associations are built Reading is just the beginning Reading is a foundation trom which a world of early learning is made possible Through reading your baby can begin to build skills in a variety of areas including early language development beginning story comprehension numbers shapes colors and creativity From your first reading experience through the independent toddler years LITTLETOUCH LEAPPAD learning system is designed to build early learning skills with stories that come to life with the simple touch of a finger INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLAY CHOOSE A LITTLETOUCH SETTING VOLUME CONTROL TOUCH EVERY TIME YOU TURN THE PAGE omer CHOOSE TO HEAR paca eect ely THE INTERACTIVE EARLY LEARNING ACTIVITIES TO TURN IT OFF ON EVERY PAGE Getting Started Step 1 Insert a cartridge Step 2 Insert a book or activity card To insert a book snap the spine into place in the middle of the platform To insert an activity card first slide the two top corners of the card securely under the depressions in the top of the LITTLETOUCH book frame Next lay the card flat and press the two lower corners of the card under the depressions in the bottom of the frame Finally smooth the card with your hands making sure all edges are flat and sec2. concepts appropriate for 3 5 years An understanding of preschool fundamentals including F pre math and pre reading skills How do you know when your child is ready for the My First LeapPad Learning System Here are some key signs to look for e Scribbling amp coloring This is a sign that your child is ready to use a pen and is building fine motor skills that can be further developed using the My First LeapPad pen e Pretending to read There will come a time when your child takes a book and heads off on his own pretending to read He can t actually read but he is excited to try My First LeapPad Learning System allows your child to interact with books on his own which is a great way to foster self confidence and help him develop a passion for reading ou and your baby are about to embark on a magical journey of exploration discovery and fun As you read to your baby the LITTLETOUCH LEAPPAD learning system brings stories and activities to life creating an enchanting experience your baby will look forward to time and again At LeapFrog we believe it s these first positive moments that lead to a lifetime love of reading and learning Reading is one of the most important things you can do together to ensure your child s future success in life Reading together stimulates imagination connects your child to a larger world provides a sense of security forms lasting memories and sets a foundation for lifelong success
3. 1702 200244 Hours Monday through Friday 9 00 AM to 5 00 PM IMPORTANT Please notify the LeapFrog Consumer Service department of any difficulties before returning this product for any reason Returns must have a Return Authorization number RA in order to be processed If the service representative is unable to solve the problem you will be given instructions on how to replace the product WARNING Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Note This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference to radio communications Because this toy generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy there can be no guarantee that interference will not occur If this toy does cause interference to radio or television reception you can check this by turning the toy off and on while listening for the interference one or more of the following measures may be useful e Reorient or relocate the
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5. RFI must be removed and it may be necessary to cycle the power off and back on or to remove and reinstall the batteries Warning This unit may temporarily cease to function if subjected to electrostatic disturbance To resume normal operation it may be necessary to cycle the power off and back on or to remove and reinstall the batteries Ty This Toy does not turn on Make sure batteries are correctly installed Install new batteries or does not respond e Make sure battery cover is securely attached Check to see if cartridge is e Remove batteries and put them back in inserted properly e Make sure the batteries are positioned e Remove and reinstall cartridge correctly and are not mixed e Check for damage on platform TROUBLESHOOTING e Clean battery contacts with rubbing alcohol surface dents cuts etc Toy makes strange sounds or behaves e Install new alkaline batteries erraticall Toy makes e Install new alkaline batteries Improper responses e Clean battery contacts with rubbing alcohol e Clean battery contacts with rubbing alcohol Battery Information Requires 4 AA called LR6 in some countries alkaline batteries not included Battery Safety Batteries are small objects Replacement of batteries must be done by adults Follow the polarity diagram in the battery compartment Promptly remove dead batteries from the toy Dispose of used batteries properly Only batteries of the same or equivalent
6. receiving antenna of the radio or TV e Increase the separation between the toy and the radio or the TV e Consult the dealer or an experienced TV radio technician for help Warranty Information This LeapFrog product is warranted only to the original purchaser for a period of 3 months from the Original purchase date under normal use and service against defective workmanship and material This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use immersion in water neglect abuse battery leakage or improper installation improper service or other causes not arising out of defects in workmanship or materials Repair or replacement as provided under this warranty is the exclusive remedy of the purchaser LeapFrog shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of any express warranty on this product Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this product is limited to the duration of this warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state During the warranty period your product will either be repaired or replaced at LeapFrog s option when returned shipping prepaid and with proof of purc
7. type as recommended are to be used DO NOT incinerate used batteries DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire as batteries may explode or leak DO NOT mix old and new batteries or types of batteries i e alkaline standara DO NOT use rechargeable batteries DO NOT recharge non rechargeable batteries DO NOT short circuit the supply terminals Battery Installation 1 Requires 4 AA called LR6 in some countries alkaline batteries 2 Detach the two Velcro straps at the lower edge of the lap cushion and lift the lap cushion to access the battery door 3 Open the battery door with a screwdriver 4 Install new alkaline batteries as shown in the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment Do not mix batteries 5 Replace battery door securely and tighten battery door screw U S Consumer Service Contact Please visit our Consumer Support Web site at http www leapfrog com support 24 hours a day You can search for frequently asked questions or submit a question to our support staff via e mail U S Canada Office Telephone 800 701 LEAP 5327 Hours Monday through Friday 5 00 AM to 7 00 PM and Saturday 7 00 AM to 4 00 PM Pacific time U K Consumer Service Contact Please visit our U K Consumer Support Web site at http leapfroguk custhelp com 24 hours a day You can search for frequently asked questions or submit a question to our support staff via e mail U K Office Telephone 0800 169 5435 Eire 00 44
8. Welcome to a reading experience that s designed to let you and your baby embark on a magical journey of exploration discovery and fun Babies develop dramatically trom one day to the next so at the beginning of i Fro first reading experience together each book we have included three unique ways to enrich the m your first re i te h learning experience as you read touch and interact with LITTLETOUCH books These LITTLETOUCH settings provide you with options so you can choose interactions that will keep your child engaged and continually stimulate develooment to the independent toddler years ay Setting 1 Sparkling musical rhythms and sounds Music amp Soundscapes stimulate early brain development Infants and newborns display a remarkably high receptivity to music Research has shown that a baby s brain is fully capable of recognizing key pitch and tempo That s why Setting 1 provides baby with a way to explore a variety of stimulating sounds rhythms and music Setting 2 Short descriptive phrases Word Play introduce word object association and build early language skills Six to twelve months of age is the prime time for baby to begin to recognize words as parts of sentences Baby begins to babble and understand the meanings of words That s why Setting 2 exposes baby to short phrases in the appropriate visual context Setting 3 Fun filled rhymes and early learning Laugh amp Learn interactions develop pr
9. ated on the top of the platform When you are done playing with the LITTLETOUCH LEAPPAD System press the ON OFF button with your finger Otherwise the LITTLETOUCH LEAPPAD System will turn off automatically if it hasn t been used for two minutes Care and Maintenance Caring for your LITTLETOUCH LEAPPAD learning system and LITTLETOUCH books Keep away from food and beverages To clean use a slightly damp cloth cold water and mild soap Clean soap residue off Air dry only Never use in water or submerge in water Remove batteries for prolonged storage Avoid extreme temperatures Do not use pointed or sharp objects on the platform surface The soft lap pad is removable for washing and should be washed by hand To remove the soft lap pad detach the two Velcro straps at the lower edge of the lap cushion and lift the lap cushion Use a Philips screwdriver and unscrew the 4 screws to remove the strap restraint covers Pull the straps out of the slots to remove the lap cushion To reassemble Slide the straps first underneath and through the upper slots and then underneath and through the lower slots leaving a tail with the Velcro attachment facing up Replace the strap restraint covers and tighten the screws to hold the straps securely in place Fold down the lap cushion and attach the Velcro closures Warning This unit may function incorrectly if subjected to radio frequency interference To resume normal operation the source of
10. e setting that is most enjoyable for both you and your child Sparkling musical rhythms and sounds stimulate early brain development Setting 1 Music amp Soundscapes m Short descriptive phrases Setting 2 gt introduce word object association and Word Play build early language skills Fun filled rhymes and early learning interactions develop preschool readiness Setting 3 a Laugh amp Learn a Change the setting on any page for a new experience On any page you can press a to change from one setting to the next Each successive touch advances the book to the next setting Hear the narration read for the entire story On the LITTLETOUCH settings page press to hear the narration read aloud After touching this icon on the first page the narration will automatically be played when you press on the following pages To turn it off at any time touch the narration icon again Share an interactive early learning activity with your child appears on every page Touch it for interactive learning fun Hear words read aloud Touch on any page to hear a line of narration read aloud Interact with pictures on the page Touch any of the characters or pictures with your finger to hear them magically come to life Volume Control Volume control is located on the top of the platform Press up or down on this switch with your finger to change the volume level at any time Automatic shut off The ON OFF button is loc
11. eschool readiness Twelve to twenty four months of age is a period when word comprehension word production and grammar skills increase dramatically and include abstract ideas like shapes numbers and colors That s why Setting 3 is filled with rhymes and early learning concepts that build preschool readiness F Parent Guide and Instructions This guide contains important information Please keep it for future reference www leapfrog com How OCAS the ejmostifrom your H SWittleTouch WeapPad System ie There is no right way to read to your baby so it is most important that you e Add gestures By adding movement and gestures you can liven up familiar songs or both just have fun with it Here are some ideas for getting the most out of your indicate certain animals This will give your child another way to communicate with you LITTLETOUCH LEAPPAD experience even before doing so verbally and will add an element of fun to your experience Let your child set the pace e Ask questions Use the story as a launching board to ask relevant questions about your While it might seem logical to read from beginning to end without interruption when child s own experiences This will bring the reading experience back to an emotional level you read to your child let your child call the shots Sometimes your child will want to and will lead to greater interest in the book start in the middle of the book and spend time with a fav
12. hase date as instructed by a LeapFrog service representative In the event that your product is replaced the replacement product will be covered under the original warranty or for 30 days whichever is longer Canada In addition to the above referenced warranty the hardware component shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for 12 months The above express warranty and any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to the warranty periods described above Some provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations do not apply to you You may also have other rights which vary from province to province U K In addition to the above referenced warranty this LeapFrog product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for 12 months where the 3 month warranty period is not valid The above express warranty and any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to the warranty periods described above Some provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations do not apply to you You may also have other rights under U K law which this warranty does not limit LEAPFROG the LeapFrog logo LITTLETOUCH and LEAPPAD are registered trademarks or trademarks of LeapFrog Enterprises Inc 2003 LeapFrog Enterprises
13. nd international languages if Were Pretend to be all of your favorite animals in this colorful and imaginative story Share they entire UittleTouch Uibrary Introduces e Classical music e Sound patterns and rhythms e Emotions Introduces e English first words e Spanish first words e Speech patterns Introduces e Motor skills e Rhythm e Animals Introduces e World music and sounds e International language e Early logic skills Introduces e Colors e Animals e Imaginative play VELU the next The LITTLETOUCH LEAPPAD learning system is designed to provide more than two years of delightful early learning experiences When your child is ready My First LeapPad learning system is the next step in the early learn ing and development process sabin mmia Bs Toe tie me dpiat dan a AH Lene Gi Seem fete Faw First Le meal od Sustem er A Pi Age appropriate Motor skill Primarily designed apra At learning development for Stimulates Motor skills Such as YOU AND YOUR development from hand eye coordination CHILD 6 months to 36 months are developed through These books help from early brain simple touches you nurture your development to early child s development learning and preschool readiness Fine motor activities with YOUR CHILD the My First LeapPad This system pen help develop writing provides an skills independent early learning experience Early learning
14. orite page Sometimes your child will want to go slow and sometimes fast Anything goes By allowing your child to choose pages and the pace you will be focusing on the parts of the book that are most interesting for your child This is the best way to foster a love of reading Grin and bear it Agree to read the same story over and over again When your child latches on to a favorite story you ll know it Although this can be tiresome for a parent repeating the same story is actually good for children By reading the same story more than once you re providing your Read aloud to your child every day child with more chances to learn the story and to develop long term memory skills So pick Even if it is just for a few minutes the benefits of reading together are enormous By up that all too familiar book with real enthusiasm and pay attention to how much more beginning a reading routine early your child will begin to look forward to this special your child knows each time you do ti h day ime each day Nurture your child s independence Communicate as you read Spending time reading together is absolutely critical The time you spend The LITTLETOUCH LEAPPAD books are designed to foster communication between with your child enjoying the reading experience will lead to your child s you and your child Here are some ways to communicate during your LITTLETOUCH future reading success However there will also come a time when LEAPPAD reading ex
15. perience your child wants to have time alone with the LITTLETOUCH LEAPPAD learning system You ll want to foster this self confidence by allowing your child to learn on his own as well as with you Activity cards are included with every book and are meant for an independent play and learn experience e Be a role model In the early months your child will communicate by imitating you While you read a story bring your face close to your baby s face and move your mouth to encourage imitation Look for on every page and touch it to participate in early learning activities Even before your child is able to fully participate it is valuable for him to watch you do the activities Be patient if he doesn t join in right away He will catch on soon enough and can learn by simply watching you Guess How Much I Love You Bounce to the rhythms and discover the beautiful sounds of classical instruments as you share this heartwarming best seller with someone yov love Let s Get Busy Baby Interactive games and music will delight your little one in this talking word book that introduces over 50 words both in English and Spanish au Animal Dance Join in on the wiggles and giggles as each animal performs a special dance move designed to help baby develop motor skills and rhythm Stella Songbird Take your little one on a journey around the world with Stella as she tweets to world songs sounds a
16. ured Step 3 Press the On Off button Book Play Step 4 To activate book pages touch with your finger Step 5 On the first page choose LITTLETOUCH Setting 1 2 or 3 On each of the following pages you can change the setting by touching cS with your finger Step 6 If you d like to hear narration read with the entire story press once with your finger Step 7 Read the story and touch pictures to make them come to life The pictures will respond differently to your finger touches based upon the LITTLETOUCH Setting you have chosen Note Remember you must touch og every time you turn the page Activity Card Play Step 4 To activate activity cards touch followed by with your finger step 5 Touch the pictures on the card to bring them to life e To remove a LITTLETOUCH book Close the book and holding all pages pull firmly from the top corner and away from the platform e To remove a LITTLETOUCH activity card Push the two lower corners of the card upward Lift the lower edge of the card off the platform and slide the two upper corners of the card away from the frame Note When you change from an activity card to a book or vice versa you must restart the platform by turning it on again Early learning at your fingertips with the LITTLETOUCH LEAPPAD learning system On the first page of each LITTLETOUCH book you can choose from three interactive ways to enrich the reading experience Choose th
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