The Leapfrog Touch Magic Rockin Guitar is an educational toy designed for young children. It is a guitar-shaped device that features a touchpad and various buttons for children to interact with. The toy is designed to teach children about music, numbers, and colors through fun and engaging activities. One of the main features of the Leapfrog Touch Magic Rockin Guitar is the touchpad, which allows children to strum the guitar strings and create different sounds. The touchpad also has buttons that play different musical notes, allowing children to experiment and create their own tunes. This helps to develop their musical creativity and coordination skills.
So what did I think? And more importantly – what did the KIDS think? As a mom I LOVED the bright colors and the educational value behind the toys. I am a die-hard LeapFrog fan and always will be. Most of you know how passionate I am about education and interactive and fun hands-on learning and this definitely fits the bill. Just seeing the toys before I tried them I didn’t realize that they were “touch” technology. It was so different and I was very curious to see how my kids would react to it. After all there weren’t the regular buttons that every kid loves pushing. I was very curious to see what my kids would do with these new LeapFrog toys which were brightly colored, but quite flat!! A part of me was worried that they would just lose interest because there was nothing to “push”. Boy was I wrong! BOTH my 5 year old & 3 year old were completely into the guitars as were the other kids. I couldn’t believe how long they played with them – the guitars were busy being played throughout the entire party! The Learning Bus definitely tended to be used by the younger children who didn’t already know how to read or know all of their letters so that definitely seems more suitable for preschool age. But I bet you that most elementary kids would be found rocking on those guitars! It felt so weird to strum a guitar just by touch it! Very cool though. Both products were extremely light weight but seem very durable! They have survived in our house so far! I really was impressed with them – they most certainly live up to the LeapFrog standard!
I set up our fun rockin table with LeapFrog s Touch Magic Rockin Guitar and Touch Magic Learning Bus , as well as a handful of inflatable guitars for the other kids to pretend with while they were sharing the electronic LeapFrog toys. My boys are night-and-day different, and while one definitely seems to enjoy technology and has actually benefited from some education apps over the last few years, the other just doesn t show any interest yet, anyway.
This helps to develop their musical creativity and coordination skills. The guitar also features buttons that play songs and music in different genres, such as rock, jazz, and reggae. By listening to and imitating these songs, children can learn about different musical styles and rhythms.
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A few weeks ago I introduced my two-year-old to two new products from LeapFrog -- the Touch Magic Rockin' Guitar and the Touch Magic Learning Bus. And the responses I got from him were surprising.
Save this story Save this storyMy two-year-old son, Sawyer, is a bit underwhelmed when it comes to technology. His five-year-old brother has introduced him to a number of devices that include the iPad, the Nabi 2, the LeapPad 2, and the Nintendo DSi. Of course, he doesn't understand the rules of most games, and I've yet to see him spend any longer than two minutes with any app. He's definitely more active at two than my first son was at that age, so the football and baseball bat and soccer ball get more action from him, something that I'm very happy to see. My boys are night-and-day different, and while one definitely seems to enjoy technology and has actually benefited from some education apps over the last few years, the other just doesn't show any interest (yet, anyway).
But a few weeks ago I introduced Sawyer to two new products from LeapFrog -- the Touch Magic Rockin' Guitar and the Touch Magic Learning Bus. And the responses I got from him were surprising. As I said, he just hasn't been all that taken with technology except to watch train videos on the iPad. but one of these two devices has turned out to be quite the surprise hit and the other is starting to become a toy that he wants to spend a little time with each day. Let me explain.
Touch Magic Rockin' Guitar
This one was a big hit, and was a total surprise to me. The Rockin' Guitar's surface is completely smooth to the touch, and has various graphics on it that perform different tasks. One button, for example, plays a number of familiar songs (10 in all), complete with catchy music and vocals. But what's fun to Sawyer is the fake strings on the surface. As you strum the strings, an extra melody is added to the song, and it does NOT sound like noise: the melody actually blends in with the singer's voice and sounds quite nice. Strum faster and the vocals and background music speed up, keeping time with your strumming. Slow down and the music pulls back to match. Sawyer actually laughed when he finally figured this out, and the star above the strings lights up to let him know when he's strumming correctly.
Extra buttons add sound effects like clapping, cheering, and drums. And there's a kid-version of a whammy bar that provides some fun sounds. Sawyer played with the red version, but it also comes in pink.
I had to show Sawyer a few times how to properly throw the strap over his shoulder, and he's almost got it now (but keeps slipping his arm out and wearing it like a very large necklace). It's very cute to see him pick up the Rockin' Guitar, sling the strap over his shoulder, and then go to town. I have a few guitars of my own, and I'm smiling to see him showing an interest in the toy. I may have a little rocker in the house!
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Touch Magic Learning Bus
Like the Rockin' Guitar, the Learning Bus also has that smooth surface and fast responses to taps and touches. This one teaches the alphabet, obviously, helping kids identify the letter that goes with sounds and images. Sawyer is learning his letters, but so far the class hasn't started with associating sounds with images or even with specific letters. But this little toy has surprised me. Sawyer knows a few letters -- A, B, C, and O -- and he can readily identify them on the Learning Bus. When he taps the letter, he hears the letter's name clearly (B!), is told the name of an object that begins with that letter, and then hears a sound that relates to this object (the Bell rings, for example).
There are three mode buttons -- Learn, Game, and Music. Learn Mode is just as I described -- touch a letter to hear its name, sound, and an object that starts with that letter. The Game Mode button, when pressed, asks a question (Touch the letter Y, Touch the turtle, Touch the picture that makes the sound RING). And the Music mode offers three different tunes and tapping on the wheels of the bus or the piano keys at the bottom allow the child to add to the song. (Unlike the Rockin' Guitar, however, the software does not synch the drums, cymbals and piano with the song.)
Education toys have been around forever, and toys that provide this functionality are nothing new, but the Touch Magic system of toys definitely stand out. They are bright and colorful and I was surprised at their extreme light weight -- super easy for Sawyer to carry around without dropping. And they are rugged and spill proof. I can't count the number of buttons that broke off or cracks that appeared in my older son's learning toys, but there's nothing on these two devices to break off or chip and the surface wipes off easy. Both devices have Low and High volume settings and a Power Off switch, a sanity saver for many parents.
The guitar also has buttons that play sounds and teachings about numbers and colors, helping children to develop their early math and color recognition skills. In addition to its musical features, the Leapfrog Touch Magic Rockin Guitar also has a built-in microphone that allows children to sing along to the songs they play. This helps to foster their singing skills and build their confidence in performing. The toy is designed with durable and child-friendly materials, ensuring it can withstand the rough handling of young children. It also has adjustable volume settings, allowing parents to control the sound level. Overall, the Leapfrog Touch Magic Rockin Guitar is a versatile and interactive toy that combines music, learning, and play. It offers a range of activities and features that are designed to engage and educate young children, making it an ideal choice for parents who want to introduce their children to the world of music and learning..
Reviews for "Musical Literacy Made Fun: Using the Leapfrog Touch Magic Rockin Guitar to Teach Notes and Chords"
1. Jennifer - 2 stars
The Leapfrog touch magic rockin guitar was a huge disappointment for my three-year-old son. The touch-sensitive buttons didn't work properly, and sometimes it wouldn't even register when he pressed them. The sound quality was also very poor, and the volume was either too low or too high, with no in-between. Additionally, the songs and melodies were not appealing and didn't engage my son's interest. Overall, I found this toy to be of very low quality and not worth the price.
2. Thomas - 1 star
I highly regret purchasing the Leapfrog touch magic rockin guitar for my child. The buttons were not responsive enough and didn't provide a smooth playing experience. The sound quality was terrible, with distorted sounds and unclear tunes. The educational aspect of the toy was lacking as well, as it didn't have diverse music options or offer any interactive learning activities. I would not recommend this guitar to anyone looking for an engaging and enjoyable musical toy for their child.
3. Sarah - 2 stars
My daughter received the Leapfrog touch magic rockin guitar as a gift, and I have to say it was a disappointment. The buttons were difficult to press, and she would often get frustrated trying to make different sounds. The guitar also didn't have a wide range of musical options, making it repetitive and boring after a short period. The volume control was not user-friendly, and it would randomly blast loud noises, which startled my daughter. I would not recommend this toy as there are much better alternatives available in the market.
4. Mike - 2 stars
The Leapfrog touch magic rockin guitar failed to impress my son. The touch-sensitive buttons were not very accurate, and he struggled to create different sounds. The sound quality was mediocre at best, with a limited range of tones. The songs and melodies provided were not very catchy or engaging for a child. This toy lacked the interactive features that would make it an educational and entertaining musical instrument. I would advise others to explore other options before settling for this guitar.