We mentioned while featuring the iFrogz Tadpole (the device which allowed really young kids to use the iPod safely) that it was not really a wise move and over everything else, it did not give the toddler any controls over the iPod. So while it may be swell to give the video iPod with some cartoon running to the kid to keep him distracted, he would be much more delighted if he had his very own music player. Playskool which has been in the business of bringing toys to kids has entered the music playing market with several products.

For babies, Creative and Playskool will sell a 2-in-1 Infant Gym, which resembles a typical mobile above cribs. A separately sold "Digital Music Player" will be docked into Gym and play either preloaded songs or songs downloaded from a computer. Parents can also record their own voice and have it played back.

Creative is also selling the Day To Dream Soother which is a carry-along player that will project lights on the ceiling. Like the Infant Gym, parents will also need to buy a separate dockable player.

The Made for Me line will be available in Fall of 2007. The Digital Music Player will retail for $80, while the Day to Dream Soother and the 2-in-1 Infant Gym will sell for $35 and $40, respectively.

Source: tgdaily.com