LeapFrog Learning Drum

© 2001 LeapFrog
$19.99, Smart Toy
Teaches: letters, numbers, rhythm

CTR Review

Designed for babies and toddlers, this battery-operated interactive drum flashes and sings letters and numbers as the baby pounds away. Children can listen to different drum sounds, and play four different learning "modes" called ABC, 123, Interactive Song and Follow the Beat. Features include volume control and a little handle for easy carrying. The drum is sturdy and can take a beating, but requires a fairly strong tap for the sound and lights to work. This will amuse tots for a little while, but we question the sense in introducing one-year-olds to letters and numbers.