--- product_id: 1973581 title: "Hot Dots Getting Ready for School - Preschool Learning Activities with Interactive Pen, Preschool Prep and Kindergarten Workbooks, Flash Cards and Learning Books for 3 and Up Year Olds" brand: "educational insights" price: "€ 92.76" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 category: "Educational Insights" url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/1973581-hot-dots-getting-ready-for-school-preschool-learning-activities-interactive store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # instant answer feedback 160 interactive activities 2 AAA batteries powered Hot Dots Getting Ready for School - Preschool Learning Activities with Interactive Pen, Preschool Prep and Kindergarten Workbooks, Flash Cards and Learning Books for 3 and Up Year Olds **Brand:** educational insights **Price:** € 92.76 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎓 Unlock early genius with every tap! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Hot Dots Getting Ready for School - Preschool Learning Activities with Interactive Pen, Preschool Prep and Kindergarten Workbooks, Flash Cards and Learning Books for 3 and Up Year Olds by educational insights - **How much does it cost?** € 92.76 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/1973581-hot-dots-getting-ready-for-school-preschool-learning-activities-interactive) ## Best For - educational insights enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted educational insights brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Screen-Free Fun:** Hands-on learning that reduces screen time while keeping kids motivated with sounds and lights (mute option included). - • **Dual Skill Builder:** Covers essential preschool reading & math skills—letters, numbers, shapes, colors, and sight words—all in one set. - • **Self-Paced Mastery:** Interactive pen lets kids learn independently with instant green/red feedback, boosting confidence and engagement. - • **Versatile 80-Card Set:** 160 double-sided flash cards provide diverse, progressive activities for ages 3+ to prep for school success. - • **Perfect Gift for Future Leaders:** Ideal for home, classroom, or on-the-go; a must-have for parents and teachers aiming to give kids a head start. ## Overview The Educational Insights Hot Dots Getting Ready for School set is an interactive learning kit designed for preschoolers and kindergarteners aged 3 and up. Featuring 80 double-sided flash cards and a smart pen that provides immediate visual and audio feedback, it covers foundational reading and math skills including letter recognition, numbers, shapes, and colors. Battery-powered and screen-free, this set encourages independent learning and confidence-building, making it a top choice for parents and educators preparing kids for school readiness. ## Description Product Description What do kids need to know for school? The Hot Dots Getting Ready for School! set covers essential reading and math skills that kids need for preschool and kindergarten. This set is perfect for homeschool preschool, summer review, preparing for the school year, or supplemental practice at home. Hot Dots are interactive so kids can learn at their own pace, self-correct, and build confidence across different subjects with the interactive pen. How does the pen work? When you press it to an answer dot, the pen lights up; green for correct answers, red for incorrect. The pen can also play sounds or be muted; the pen does not talk. Make learning interactive with Hot Dots! At Educational Insights we've been helping kids learn through play for 60 years. We work with experts in distinct fields to ensure that our products are the very best they can be. Our award-winning, best-selling toys and games—Kanoodle, Design & Drill, Playfoam, GeoSafari, and more—spark new interests, unleashing limitless possibilities. From the Manufacturer This self-checking electronic quiz card set features the amazing Talking Hot Dots Pen. Touch the pen to a dot, and it responds instantly with lights and any of 20 fun phrases or cool sounds. Answer correctly, and the pen glows green. Select an incorrect answer, and it glows red. Set includes one pen and 80 two-sided illustrated lesson cards. Lesson cards feature early learning skills in five progressive categories that teach colors, patterns, shapes, numbers, letters, and much more. Review: Fun and Educational Interactive Activities during COVID-19 - This is a fantastic learning tool for preschoolers. My 4 year old, who went to daycare on a daily basis before COVID-19, has now been home for the past few months. This is a great addition to the home schooling she's been doing. She loves the interactive dog pen and feels so proud each time she gets the correct answers. I love that this consists of individual cards, instead of a booklet. My 2 year old also wants to get involved, so the different cards allow them to do the activities simultaneously. I did order an extra pen so it worked out perfectly - no fighting! My 4 year old is able to do most of the letters, numbers, and colors on her own. My 2 year old needs more guidance but she's happy to be able to use the pen because it feels like a game to her. Overall, I'm happy that this educational toy has allowed my children to stay away from screen time and have fun while learning. Review: Excellent for learning - I bought a different version for my 3 yr old and purchased this one for a 4 yr old starting Pre-K. My 3 yr old loves her one but it can be hard to get the pen right on the dot. It's great for carrying around and I love the spiral bound book to keep it flat ## Features - INTERACTIVE PREK LEARNING ACTIVITIES: This hands-on, activity set allows kids to learn at their own pace; answer-checking pen encourages independent learning as kids self-correct and build confidence - 2-IN-1 READING & MATH PRESCHOOL ACTIVITIES: Flash card set covers fundamental reading and math skills, including: letter recognition, vocabulary, sight words, shapes, colors, numbers 1–10, and more - HOW IT WORKS: Press the Hot Dots pen to an answer dot and get immediate visual and audio feedback! Pen lights up green for correct answers, red for wrong answers, and plays sounds (can be muted) - SCHOOL READINESS SET INCLUDES: 80 double-sided flash cards (160 activities) and interactive Hot Dots pen; pen requires 2 AAA batteries (not included); for preschoolers and kindergarteners ages 3+ - THE PERFECT GIFT: Educational Insights toys and games make great birthday gifts for kids, holiday stocking stuffers, Easter basket toys, and back-to-school presents for teachers and students - Visit the Educational Insights brand store link above for more preschool workbook sets, kindergarten learning activities, homeschooling and teaching materials, and more - 0 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00091UNXY | | Age Range Description | Kid | | Best Sellers Rank | #143,038 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #1,539 in Early Childhood Education Materials | | Brand Name | Educational Insights | | Color | Multi-color | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (725) | | Educational Objective | stem | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00086002061065 | | Included Components | Counter toys | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Is Assembly Required | Yes | | Item Dimensions | 2.25 x 9 x 11 inches | | Item Type Name | Hot Dots Jr. Getting Ready For School Set | | Item Weight | 0.78 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Educational Insights | | Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 72.0 | | Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 36.0 | | Manufacturer Part Number | 6106 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | No Warranty | | Material Type | Cardboard, Plastic | | Model Number | 6106 | | Number of Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. | | Number of Players | 1 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Power Source | battery powered | | Set Name | Getting Ready for School | | Size | Getting Ready for School (for ages 3-6) | | Subject Character | Ace | | Supported Battery Types | AAA battery | | Theme | Animal | | UPC | 751195349831 086002061065 763615767613 | | Unit Count | 81.0 Count | ## Images ![Hot Dots Getting Ready for School - Preschool Learning Activities with Interactive Pen, Preschool Prep and Kindergarten Workbooks, Flash Cards and Learning Books for 3 and Up Year Olds - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Ex4LbsbML.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Would this be too easy for a 4 year old?** A: Children develop at different rates, especially early on. The cards target a mix of early learning skills that children need for school success. If some of the cards seem easy for your child, know that being successful helps to build your child's self-esteem. In addition, the step-by-step parent guide provides a wealth of additional learning activities to enrich the learning gained by working through the cards. **Q: I got the pre k reading set which comes with a pen and 2 books. can i by additional books separately? will this pen 'read' other books/sets?** A: Yes, as long as they are also books by Hot Dots. I think there are other brands of similar educational materials, but I'm not sure the Pens would work in those books/sets. We have several books & box sets of Hot Dots that the pens work with. You can also purchase additional pens, like the puppy or kitty. Both of those work with all the other HOT DOTS books & sets as well. **Q: Does this set have the exact same activities/cards as other sets such as the pre-k sets?** A: Hi there, the content will be similar but it will not have the exact same questions. **Q: Will any character hot dots pen work on the JR cards?** A: Yes, any of our Hot Dots Pens will work on any Hot Dots cards/book. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fun and Educational Interactive Activities during COVID-19 *by R***Y on August 26, 2020* This is a fantastic learning tool for preschoolers. My 4 year old, who went to daycare on a daily basis before COVID-19, has now been home for the past few months. This is a great addition to the home schooling she's been doing. She loves the interactive dog pen and feels so proud each time she gets the correct answers. I love that this consists of individual cards, instead of a booklet. My 2 year old also wants to get involved, so the different cards allow them to do the activities simultaneously. I did order an extra pen so it worked out perfectly - no fighting! My 4 year old is able to do most of the letters, numbers, and colors on her own. My 2 year old needs more guidance but she's happy to be able to use the pen because it feels like a game to her. Overall, I'm happy that this educational toy has allowed my children to stay away from screen time and have fun while learning. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent for learning *by J***O on September 3, 2024* I bought a different version for my 3 yr old and purchased this one for a 4 yr old starting Pre-K. My 3 yr old loves her one but it can be hard to get the pen right on the dot. It's great for carrying around and I love the spiral bound book to keep it flat ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great fun for the kids *by M***T on November 14, 2012* My children loved playing with their Hot Dots! They are 3 and 5, and I would take it out of the closet every day for them to play with. My only complaint is that the cards bend up really easily while my kids are trying to switch between them. They haven't gotten to play with them much recently because both hot dots pins quit working within 3 months of owning them. ## Frequently Bought Together - Educational Insights Hot Dots Jr. Getting Ready for School Set with Interactive Pen, Reading & Math Workbooks for Kids Ages 3+, Educational Activities for Homeschool and Classroom - Educational Insights Hot Dots Jr. Let's Master Pre-K Reading Set, Homeschool & Preschool Learn to Read Workbooks, 2 Books & Interactive Pen, 100 Reading Lessons, Ages 3+ - Educational Insights Hot Dots Jr. Beginning Phonics Card Set, Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/1973581-hot-dots-getting-ready-for-school-preschool-learning-activities-interactive](https://www.desertcart.be/products/1973581-hot-dots-getting-ready-for-school-preschool-learning-activities-interactive) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-04-29*