My household is all aflutter with the upcoming holidays. Not decorating (no tree, we have a very curious 12 month old and won’t be here in town for Christmas), not cooking (homemade batch of Buckeyes coming soon…), not wrapping (all gifts have been ordered online to be delivered in Ohio). No, no, we’re all into the holiday spirit testing the hottest toys to let you know how they work and if we like ‘em. We’re hoping these reviews will help with your last minute holiday shopping. Up today? The VTech Jungle Gym Ride and Learn Giraffe.

About VTech Kids Jungle Gym Toddler Play Series

Learning isn’t all about books. Jungle Gym will get your kids moving, shaking and bouncing while rewarding them with music, lights and more.
Put your child’s energy to good use with VTech’s Jungle Gym Toddler Play Series. Jungle Gym combines the best of motor skill development with engaging activities and smart rewards. This is active play with your wild child.

VTech Ride and Learn Giraffe in Action

Ride and Learn Giraffe Features

• Encourages learning through five modes of active play
• Teaches your toddler letters, counting animals and objects
• Features an LCD screen
• Adjustable, bouncy seat with three positions to grow with child
• Features a wide, stable base

Our Experience

The Ride and Learn Giraffe is recommended for children between 18 and 36 months. Both my 13 month old and 36 month old are very interested in the Giraffe. The sounds are appealing to little ears and not too annoying to grown ups. My one year old daughter isn’t old enough to actually sit on and ride the Giraffe but my son (36 months) has really enjoyed it – and he’s actually just the right size. We’re still working on learning his letters so the Giraffe has been a big help in that department. And, actually, it’s been a help in his physical milestones, too, because he was really no good at riding a tricycle or pedaling a bike until playing on this.

To Buy or Not to Buy

To Buy… I have to give props to VTech on the motivation and idea behind the Jungle Gym collection – get kids moving and learning at the same time. Toddler Boy has really enjoyed the Giraffe – it’s a great go-to toy when he’s got a little energy to spare and his eyes are always glued to the LCD screen that motivates him to ride.

Or Not to Buy… It’s not the most “solid” toy, although it good quality for the price point. Also, to encourage pedaling and activity it would be good if the music stopped playing when the child stops pedaling.

Shop! VTech Jungle Gym Toddler Play Series toys are available at major retailers and www.VTechKids.com. The Ride and Learn Giraffe is $49.99 and the Bouncing Colors Turtle is $29.99.

Win! Another great toy from the Jungle Gym Toddler Play Series- the Bouncing Colors Turtle!

Ready, set, let’s bounce and learn! With the Jungle Gym Bouncing Colors Turtle your toddler will have a great time because the more they bounce, the more they learn. From colors to playful melodies, shapes, fun sounds, and active play reward movement while enhancing coordination, motor skills, and balance. The fun is always bounciful with this adorable turtle.

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The Fine Print & Disclosure: Giveaway ends December 31. Open to US mailing addresses only. Thanks to VTech Kids for providing a sample product for the purposes of this review and the giveaway prize. The opinions expressed are my own and uninfluenced by receipt of product. Others may have a different experience.

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