So just to start off in the open I LOVE OUR YOTO PLAYER.
What is the Yoto and What Does it Do?
The Yoto is a modern version of a CD player. It is a screen free device which uses cards, similar to credit cards, to store audio. Check out the video below to find out more!
Why I Love It
The Yoto is so simple to use; there is a button on the side which you hold to turn the Yoto on and cards are put in the slot at the top and start automatically from where they were last used (instead of always returning to the beginning). It doesn't matter if cards are inserted backwards, forwards or upside down, the Yoto will recognise it and start playing. At just 14 months my daughter was able to slot the cards in and understood that made them play.
The volume can be controlled by the dial on the top left and the dial on the top right can be used to skip through different tracks or chapters. There is a daily podcast, which older listeners may enjoy, and a radio option available.
What I REALLY love is that the Yoto allows my daughter freedom and independence to choose what she listens to without me having to worry. The broad range of cards available means I have been able to choose music and stories which suit her interests (MOG!) and her current stage of development. It gets used every single day and is 100% one of my top buys!
Yoto vs Toniebox
A close competitor to the Yoto is the Toniebox. I did spend a lot of time trying to decide between the two but eventually went for the Yoto for several reasons;
The Primary Steps Blog is written by Victoria Yadav a Child Development and Early Years Expert. Vicki helps parents of 2-6 years olds use playful and developmentally appropriate techniques to build strong foundations for the future.
Subscribe to receive regular newsletters, special offers, invitations to upcoming events and more!
Thank you so much for subscribing!
Vicki x