Introducing the VTech Touch & Teach Elephant learning toy

Go on an adventure with the Touch & Teach Elephant by VTech and learn numbers, letters, first words and more while exploring 16 interactive pages. Press the 8 number buttons to learn  about animals, animal sounds, numbers and hear musical notes.

Included In This Package

• One VTech Touch & Teach Elephant™ learning toy
• One instruction manual

WARNING: All packing materials, such as tape, plastic sheets, packaging locks and tags are not part of this toy,  and should be discarded for your child’s safety. 

VTech Touch & Teach Specifications

The VTech Touch and Teach Elephant is an interactive learning toy designed for children aged 2-5 years. It features a 5.5-inch touch screen, 120+ vocabulary and phrases, and 10 re-recordable story books. The toy has a QWERTY keyboard, movable ear, and micro USB port for data transfer and recharging. It requires 3 AA batteries (not included).

Overview

VTech Unlock the packaging locks

1. Rotate the packaging lock counterclockwise 90 degrees.
2. Pull out the packaging lock.

Getting Started of VTech Touch & Teach

Battery Installation

1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.
2. Locate the battery cover on the back of the unit. Use a coin or a screwdriver to loosen the screw.
3. Install 2 new AA (AM-3/LR6) batteries following the diagram inside the battery box.  (The use of new alkaline batteries is recommended for maximum performance.)
4. Replace the battery cover and tighten the screw to secure.

Battery Notice

• Use new alkaline batteries for maximum performance.
• Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended.
• Do not mix different types of batteries: alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (Ni-Cd, Ni-MH), or new and used batteries.
• Do not use damaged batteries.
• Insert batteries with the correct polarity.
• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Remove batteries during long periods of non-use.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Remove rechargeable batteries from the toy before charging (if removable).
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.

Product Features

1. ON/OFF/MODE SELECTOR SWITCH
   To turn the unit ON, slide the ON/OFF/MODE SELECTOR SWITCH to the LETTER MODE, STORY MODE orthe MUSIC MODE position. To turn the unit OFF, slide the ON/OFF/MODE SELECTOR SWITCH to the OFF position.

   

2. VOLUME CONTROL SWITCH
   Slide the VOLUME CONTROL SWITCH to the LOW VOLUME () or HIGH VOLUME () position to adjust the volume.

   

3. AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
   To preserve battery life, the VTech® Touch & Teach Elephant™ will automatically power-down after approximately 45 seconds without input. The unit can be turned on again by pressing any button.

VTech Touch & Teach Elephant learning toy Activities

1. Slide the mode selector switch to choose a mode of play. You will hear a cheerful song and an instructional phrase. The lights will flash along with the sounds.

2. Press the light-up buttons to do the following: learn letters, animals names and sounds, objects and more in Letter Mode; read interesting short stories with fun sounds and short tunes in Story Mode; and hear a variety of short tunes and melodies in Music Mode.  In all modes, the lights will flash with the sounds.

   

3. Turn the book pages to hear magical sounds, short tunes, or some playful phrases, depending on the selected mode. The lights will flash along with the sounds.

4. Press the number/animal buttons to do the following: learn numbers and counting 1 through 8 in Letter Mode; learn animal names and sound effects in Story Mode; and play piano notes in Music Mode. While a melody is playing, press the number buttons again to play the melody one note at a time. In all modes, the lights will flash with the sounds.

   

5. Press the question button to hear random questions about numbers, letters, shapes, animals or objects, depending on the selected mode and page. Press the number/animal buttons or the light-up buttons to answer the questions. In all modes, the lights will flash with the sounds.

6. Spin the roller ball to hear fun sounds. The lights will flash along with the sounds.

   

Melody List

1. Animal Fair
2. Teddy Bears’ Picnic
3. The Entertainer
4. Camptown Races
5. While Strolling Through the Park
6. Yankee Doodle
7. A-Tisket, A-Tasket
8. Old MacDonald Had a Farm
9. Bicycle Built For Two
10. Oranges and Lemons
11. Ring Around the Rosy
12. Pop! Goes The Weasel
13. Three Little Kittens
14. Humpty Dumpty
15. Bear Went Over the Mountain
16. Little Bo Peep
17. The Mulberry Bush
18. Goosey Goosey Gander
19. Frog Went A Courtin’
20. This Little Piggy

SUNG SONG LYRICS

• SONG 1: Elephant wants you to go on a learning adventure. Open the book, there’s lots to explore!

Detailed Description

The VTech Touch and Teach Elephant is a fun and engaging way to introduce your child to letters, numbers, and phonics. The interactive elephant has a touch screen that responds to your child's touch, and features a QWERTY keyboard for letter and number recognition. The toy comes with 10 re-recordable story books that allow you to record your own stories and messages. The movable ear adds to the fun, and the micro USB port allows you to transfer data to a computer or recharge the toy. The VTech Touch and Teach Elephant is a great learning tool for your child, and provides hours of entertainment and education.

Setup Guide of Elephant learning toy

To set up the VTech Touch and Teach Elephant, follow these steps:

1. Insert 3 AA batteries into the battery compartment.
2. Turn on the toy by pressing the power button.
3. Use the stylus to touch the screen and explore the different features and learning activities.
4. To recharge the toy, connect the micro USB cable to a computer or USB charger.
5. To record your own stories and messages, insert an SD card (not included) into the micro SD card slot and use the voice recorder function.

Care & Maintenance

• Keep the unit clean by wiping it with a slightly damp cloth.
• Keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from any direct heat source.
• Remove the batteries when the unit will not be in use for an extended period of time.
• Do not drop the unit on hard surfaces and do not expose the unit to moisture or water.

VTech Touch & Teach Troubleshooting

If for some reason the program/activity stops working or malfunctions, please follow these steps:

1. Please turn the unit OFF.
2. Interrupt the power supply by removing the batteries.
3. Let the unit stand for a few minutes, then replace the batteries.
4. Turn the unit ON. The unit should now be ready to play again.
5. If the product still does not work, replace with a new set of batteries.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Creating and developing Infant Learning products is accompanied by a responsibility that we at VTech® take very seriously. We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information, which forms the value of our products. However, errors sometimes can occur. It is important for you to know that we stand behind our products and encourage you to call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-877-352-8697 in Canada, with any problems and/or suggestions that you might have. A service representative will be happy to help you.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Interactive and engaging learning toy
• Touch screen and QWERTY keyboard for letter and number recognition
• 10 re-recordable story books for personalized learning
• Movable ear and fun learning activities
• Micro USB port for data transfer and recharging

Cons

• SD card not included for voice recording
• Some users have reported issues with the touch screen's sensitivity
• Batteries not included
• May be too simple for some children aged 5 years and older

Customer Reviews about VTech Touch & Teach Elephant learning toy

Customers have praised the VTech Touch and Teach Elephant for its interactive learning activities and fun design. Many have noted their children's improvement in letter and number recognition, and have appreciated the personalized learning experience offered by the re-recordable story books. However, some have reported issues with the touch screen's sensitivity, and have noted that the toy may be too simple for some children aged 5 years and older.