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(Includes Keyboard
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Comfy
Easy PC Keyboard Learning System
Next
Generation - Starter Kit
Item
# 00030
List Price: $ 99.95
Our
Price: $ 64.95
Publisher: Comfy
Runs Under: Windows (Not Mac Compatible)
Ages: 1-5 Years
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Your
Pride,
Their Joy
Your
toddler can now learn through play on the home PC.
The
Comfy Easy PC
System creates a rich and exciting multimedia world
for your toddler (ages 1 to 5), in which he/she can play and interact
with the lovable Comfy characters.
With
Comfy, your
toddler will play many activities that are not only
fun, but educational and developmental as well. Playing with the Easy
PC system gives young children the opportunity to explore a dynamic,
colorful, and interactive environment - without requiring parental
assistance.
The
Easy PC
System has been designed with
toddlers in mind, and fits their motor and cognitive skills. The System
allows young children to enjoy and learn from various activities,
without requiring reading skills or the ability to use a computer
mouse. Children progress at their own pace according to their own
level, interest and growth.
The
Comfy Easy
PC System includes the Easy PC keyboard and First Steps software. The
Easy PC keyboard is the platform required to enjoy all of our software
titles.
"First Steps" is the first computer game CD created
especially for toddlers (as early as 12 months) that enables children
an independent computer experience and first exposure to basic
concepts. The Comfy Keyboard comes
with the First Steps software only.
All
activities in "First Steps"
have been specially designed with the guidance of child psychologists,
educational experts and parents, in order to suit the abilities and
needs of the child for age-appropriate learning. "First Steps" is a
great way to introduce toddlers to shapes, sounds and colors through
fun interactive experiences.
5
Years of Growth
All
Comfy content
has been developed based on the "3C Developmental Cycle", created by
the Comfy Pedagogial House (CPH):
According
to The
3C Developmental cycle, providing toddlers with rich content will
stimulate and challenge their natural born curiosity.
The specially designed keyboard enables the child to be in full
control, mastering activities as the plot evolves, thereby improving
his sense of self confidence. The 3C Developmental Cycle is
processed over and over again as the child progresses further in the
story.
Included
in the Easy PC keyboard package is our first software title, "First
Steps", which is designed for 1-3 year old beginners. The whole line of
software is then available (each designed for a certain age and level,
and based on a different topic), allowing you to choose software
according to your child's level and interest. Our software for ages 1-3
in the beginners and intermediate levels include an internal
sub-division for different interactivity levels, allowing the child to
progress within the same software over time.
As
each child grows and develops at a different pace, it is likely that a
younger child may enjoy a more difficult level, or vice-versa. We
strongly recommend letting children progress at their own pace. Some of
the software titles include a few sub-levels of difficulty,
allowing
the child
to progress within the same title over time.
Add-on
CDs are available below. *
The Comfy software (the
First Steps CD
and
the add-on software below) can be played with many of the following
languages: English,
French, German, Spanish,
Arabic, Portuguese, Dutch, Hebrew, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Danish,
Japanese, Turkish, Korean, Polish, Romanian, and Russian. This amazing feature allows the child to
reinforce his primary language as well as learn new languages. (See Languages.)
Playing
in Comfy’s interactive environment will provide your child with the
following:
- Learning through play and
exploration.
- Acquiring basic computer
skills.
- Developing motor
and sensory, language, cognitive,
emotional, and social skills.
The
following qualities make Comfy's approach unique and well suited to
attaining its educational goals:
- The
activities are an interactive combination of stories, animated movies,
viewing pictures and color painting, hearing music and singing songs,
motor activities and exposure to social concepts.
- The
Comfy Keyboard replaces the standard keyboard and mouse. Each key is
colorful and easy to use. No reading or writing skills are required.
- Comfy activities are
age-appropriate and the characters and objects participating in the
story are amiable and amusing.
- Once
the level is adapted to your child's learning stage of development and
the activity begins, your child can play without parental assistance.
The computer characters talk to your child and explain what to do at
every stage in the activity. Each explanation is accompanied by a
variety of illustrated graphics and animations.
Motor
and Sensory Skills
As
children grow, their physical and mental skills develop, enabling them
to perform more complex tasks. Your child learns to identify objects
and characters, correctly interpret stimuli from immediate surroundings
and develop the senses.
When
playing with Comfy, your child learns to:
- Correlate between the
objects
and characters he or she sees on the screen with those on the Comfy
Keyboard.
- Improve visual perception by
distinguishing between different shapes
and colors.
- Improve hearing perception.
Language
Skills
Children's vocabulary
is
constantly expanding as they learn to construct sentences.
With
Comfy, your child can:
- Learn how to phrase questions,
requests, warnings and instructional sentences.
- Gain knowledge of new concepts
pertaining to specific topics such as the weather, mail and time.
Thinking
Skills
Children's
memory capacity is gradually enhanced enabling them to remember more
and more pictures, voices and experiences. In addition, their
imagination develops and improves their creative thinking skills.
Playing
with Comfy can help your child to:
- Enhance
understanding of cause and effect
relationships by allowing the child
to intervene in an evolving story and cause changes to take place
(e.g., make it rain, change day to night).
- Practice remembering objects,
sounds, voices, events and characters throughout an activity.
- Develop his/her imagination by
participating in the story's plot and influencing it as desired while
enhancing creative skills.
- Participate in
"make-believe
play" with characters to learn from them about the real world they live
in.
- Learn to concentrate and apply
mental effort by performing challenging tasks.
Get
better acquianted with the main characters in Comfyland to learn more
about their intriguing personalities. Who's your child's favorite
character?
Main
Characters:
Comfy:
Comfy is an average, happy and friendly boy of about six years of age.
Being the only human figure, kids tend to sympathize with him the most.
With his red hair and sparkling eyes, what he loves most is to hang
around with his best friends from Comfyland.
Jumpy:
Jumpy is a mischievous, agile little dog. He is the only Comfyland
character who isn't very kindhearted. He likes to play pranks and fool
around. He lets himself get away with more than the others do, he's
short-tempered when he asks the children to do something and when he's
angry, he lets everyone know it. Jumpy likes to spend his time in the
garden, caring for the flowers and vegetable beds.
Feely:
Feely the elephant is full-bodied and jolly, and therefore appears warm
and affectionate. When she hugs someone, it is not in pretense, but
with genuine feeling, since she really is fond of everyone. In short,
all who come to her will find an attentive and sympathetic ear. A
painter by profession, she is a true artist at heart, and as such tends
to be somewhat melodramatic and absent-minded.
Snaily:
Snaily the snail, the most diminutive character in Comfyland, is the
youngest kid in the neighborhood. Being young, he is also naive, easily
frightened and sweet. He is also bashful and innocent. Whenever he's
frightened or embarrassed, he shrinks into his shell. This shell also
serves as a neverending storehouse of odds and ends. Snaily works as a
mailman, where his characteristics suit him for this job: he is a hard
worker and punctual, even though time is never on his side.
Buddy:
Buddy the Bear is the blockhead of the bunch, full of scholarly wisdom
that he often uses where common sense and intuition would be more
appropriate. Buddy thinks of himself as the smartest of the gang, to
whom all should turn for advice and whose counsel all should heed.
Feely is the only one that Buddy doesn't patronize because he admires
her inventiveness and creativity. Buddy is characteristically arrogant
and clumsy.
Other
Characters:
Didi:
It's easy to make friends with Didi. She's a sweet, fun-loving
three-year-old who's busy discovering the world around her.
Yoki:
Didi's pet kitten is a naive, playful little ball of fur. In his
spirited romping and frolicking, he sometimes knocks things over.
Oops:
There's a clown in every gang, and Oops is it. A comic and an acrobat,
Oops plays tricks, climbs, swings, juggles, plays musical instruments,
tells jokes and simply acts silly.
Boo:
Representing the impulsive, impetuous side of every toddler, this perky
little imp flits around looking for mischief. You'll forgive him,
though - he never goes too far.
Betty:
Don't let her sad basset hound eyes fool you. Betty is everyone's best
friend. Motherly and warm, she's thoroughly devoted to Didi. And
although she's no comedienne, the things that happen to her will make
you laugh.
Add-On
Software Programs
for Your Comfy Easy PC Keyboard Learning System
My
Home (Ages 1-3 Intermediate) - $24.95 $19.95
- #00032
 Offers
toddlers hours of delight while
exploring the home environment through a variety of day-to-day
activities. The game is full of songs and surprises through which your
child learns about the importance of tidiness, recognizes objects
through sounds and voices and learns to dress according to the weather.
With Didi, a cute 3 year old girl, and her friends, your child will
play hide and seek and enjoy many exciting activities.
  
I
use the adorable songs in this game to convince my 2 year old son (who
dislikes his daily shower, to say the least�) to take a bath. Together
we sing along all the way to the bathroom. Thanks to this game, this
becomes so much easier and fun!
Developmental
Benefits:
- Expands vocabulary and
language
skills.
- Explores the home
environment.
- Develops creative and
thinking
skills.
- Teaches cause and effect.
- Teaches the relations
between
comparative concepts.
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 Let's Imagine (Ages
1-3 Intermediate) - $24.95
$19.95 - #00033
Offers
toddlers
hours of delight while developing creative skills.
Your
child will explore a variety of fun learning experiences through
colorful graphics and animated pictures that stimulate visual
development and encourage auditory skills. Didi and Boo, and their
amusing friends, will introduce toddlers to the world of animals,
shapes, objects and body parts, while developing their language skills
and helping them to solve problems.
   
I
never thought my 2.5 old baby will learn about her body in such a
unique way, and you should absolutely see the way she giggles with the
monkey and all the other characters. It's hilarious!
Developmental
Benefits:
- Develops creative and
thinking
skills.
- Expands vocabulary and
language
skills.
- Teaches cause and effect.
- Helps your child solve
problems
through various activities.
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Birthday Party (Ages 1-3 Advanced) - $24.95
$19.95 - #00034
 Helps
toddlers
acquire social
cleverness and tools of communication. The characters meet at Feely's
birthday party which is the main story theme where each character tells
a story. Snaily, the snail, tells of his first day as a postman. Comfy
and Jumpy describe their fascinating visit at the zoo, and Buddy the
bear tells of his wonderful adventure in the field. "Birthday
Party" is a wonderful way for your child to attain concepts in
social interaction through enjoyable and charming interactive stories.
   
My
child saw
a sea lion for the first time in this game and when we went to the zoo,
he immediately made the connection and pointed to the sea lion
saying, "Here's the sea lion with the ball from Comfy." He keeps
learning so much from this CD and I really wish to thank you for that.
Developmental
Benefits:
- Acquaintance with social
norms and
values.
- Helps toddlers become
familiar
with concepts of space, time and relative dimensions.
- Recognize colors and numbers.
- Improves memory and
self-expression.
- Strengthens the child's
confidence
and positive self-image.
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 Christmas
in Comfyland (Ages 1-3 Advanced)
- $24.95 $19.95
- #00035
A delightful
interactive movie
comprising
of several charming episodes that convey the magic of the holiday,
while providing an educational and entertaining experience. Comfy and
his friends prepare for the Christmas celebrations and invite other
children to join them and take part in the fun holiday spirit. The
story ends with the Comfy family singing a special "We wish you a Merry
Christmas" song which is what "Christmas in Comfyland" is all about the
fun and joy of getting ready for Christmas.
This most
special time of the year is
going
to be even more fun this year!
  
I
bought the Comfy Keyboard and this CD as a present for Christmas to my
nephew. I can assure you that this was by far the most successful
present I have ever purchased for a child. My sister thanked me like
she never did before...
Developmental
Benefits:
- Improves listening skills,
concentration, memory and perseverance.
- Develops self-confidence,
independence and control.
- Fosters positive emotions.
- Introduces the main Holiday
characteristics.
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World of Colors (Ages 3-5 Beginner) - $24.95
$19.95 - #00036
 Exposes
your child
to the
wonderful world of colors, in a search to find Jumpy's lost bone. Your
child will learn how to name colors, compare objects, and match colors
to specific objects, while enhancing his/her observation and visual
perception skills. "World of Colors" is an ideal
introduction for children who are just beginning to learn about colors,
helping them to learn through fun interactive stories. Children who are
already familiar with colors can practice and expand their creativity,
making play an enriching and inspiring experience.
   
I
have 2 children: a 3.5 year old and a 1.5 year old. As soon as the big
one plays this game, the small one comes and sits next to him. It's
like a magnet... The older learns so much about colors in many
different ways and the small one grasps what he can. It's so nice and
comforting to watch them play together...
Developmental
Benefits:
- Matching colors with objects.
- Identifying a concealed
object.
- Fundamental concepts of
spatial
awareness.
- Experience in problem
solving.
- Developing skills of
comparison.
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Joy of Music (Ages
3-5 Beginner) - $24.95
$19.95 - #00037
Teaches
musical
concepts by inviting
the child to actively participate in the rehearsals and concert of Fifi
the flute, Tempo the trumpet, Boom-Boom the drum and Mano the piano.
The instruments are charming characters, each with their own special
personality. It's is an ideal way for
children to learn all about musical instruments, become familiar with
the idea of harmony and improve their fine and gross motor skills.
  
My
child loved the piano character in the very first CD (First Steps). I
feel that coming back to his loved and known character and learning
more about it's life and personality was familiar and important for
him. I can see that he feels at ease but at the same time learns about
the fun of music and so much more.
Developmental
Benefits:
- Acquaintance with various
musical
instruments and terms.
- Presents music with
enthusiasm and
stimulates creativity.
- Improves color perception.
- Develops a sense of control
and
self-confidence.
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Animal World (Ages 3-5 Intermediate) - $24.95
$19.95 - #00038
 The
discovery and
surprises in "Animal World" are a
creative way for children to encounter and learn about the world of
animals and their various surroundings in nature. In "Animal World"
children adventure through a variety of environments - "Earth",
"Water", "Forest" and "Snow", and enjoy magical interactive activities
related to that specific surrounding. "Animal World" is an enriching
experience where the child develops cognitive, emotional, language and
creative skills through challenging stories, interactive games,
creative arts and fun music activities.
   
My
child loves animals so much and this was originally the reason I bought
her this CD. Solving puzzles of sea lions and birds, the story about
daddy bear and recognizing animal voices are just part of the
activities she has undertaken so far and there's so much more. Thank
you for keeping and enriching this cherished world for her.
Developmental
Benefits:
- Develops the ability to
identify
colors, shapes and numbers.
- Develops listening abilities
and
improves understanding instructions.
- Develops vocabulary and
thought
patterns.
- Familiarization with works
of art,
materials and techniques.
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 Time
Travel (Ages 3-5
Intermediate)
- $24.95 $19.95
- #00039
In "Time
Travel",
children
will traverse in an
adventurous journey through space and time. "Time Travel" presents
different cultures and eras from the past and future through
interesting stories, interactive games, creative arts and amusing
musical activities. Together with Comfy and his friends, your child
will learn about dinosaurs, find out about the habits of prehistoric
man, visit Indians in their village to discover their traditions, and
enjoy an Alien's visit from space. "Time Travel" is a wonderful way to
capture a child's imagination by exposing him to a whole new universe.
  
I
never thought that Danielle, my 4 year old girl, would be so
enthusiastic to learn about Dinosaurs. I thought it was more a "boyish"
interest... I was probably wrong... She discovered a whole new world
and is so curious now to discover more. Thank you for opening up this
part in history for her and for me ;-).
My
Neighborhood (Ages 3-5 Intermediate) - $24.95
$19.95 - #00040
 Hosts
children in
Comfyland's
lively neighborhood. Here they will explore a familiar environment,
through stimulating stories, interactive games, creative arts, and fun
music activities. Together with Comfy and his friends, your child will
discover about his home, visit the friendly neighbors, play in the
playground and park, and learn to drive various vehicles by following
directions. "My Neighborhood" is a wonderful way for
children to strengthen their self-assurance and develop cognitive,
social and emotional skills, through familiar experiences of day-to-day
life.
   
I
was so impressed to see how the meaning of "story" was introduced in
this CD- so many ways, so creative and developing! I am sure that
stories, in the way they are introduced here, will open up more
opportunities for having our children enjoy reading in the future!
Continue the good work!
Developmental
Benefits:
- Improves the ability to
classify
and categorize.
- Develops more complex
thinking
processes.
- Improves different thought
patterns.
- Fosters positive emotions.
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MINIMUM
SYSTEM
REQUIREMENTS:
- Processor: Pentium III 350 MHz and
above
- OS: Microsoft Windows
98SE/Me/2000/XP/ *Vista (*CLICK HERE for Updates for Comfy Software Titles)
- Memory: 32MB Ram and above (64MB
or higher recommended)
- Hard Disk: at least 30MB free space
- CD-ROM Drive: 4X over sampling and
above
- USB port
- Additional requirements: Sound
card, color screen and speakers
- (NOT
MAC COMPATIBLE)
Baby
Keyboard from Berchet
The Berchet
Keyboard is unavailable due to the sale of the
manufacturer,
We hope it will be available again in the future.
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