Why Kids Love It

Ace the dog talks, lights up, and encourages kids as they learn — making each interaction feel fun and rewarding, not like “work.” Children feel proud as they tap answers and see (and hear!) success right away.

Hot Dots® Jr. Getting Ready for School! brings early learning to life with an interactive twist. Kids use the “Ace” Talking Teaching Dog pen to tap answers and hear instant responses, turning core concepts into cheerful encouragement. Rather than just working through pages, children interact with learning and engage with ideas they’ll encounter in the classroom.

This set features 80 double-sided activity cards with 160 self-checking lessons that cover early concepts — from letters and numbers to colours and patterns. Each card invites curiosity and supports skills that preschoolers and junior Kindergarten learners need to feel confident on the first day of school and beyond.

Key Learning Areas:

• Alphabet familiarity

• Number sense and counting

• Recognizing colours and shapes

• Identifying and continuing patterns

• Listening and responding

• Early problem-solving

Why Parents & Educators Appreciate It

This set supports emerging learners by:

• Encouraging independent exploration

• Building confidence ahead of school routines

• Introducing classroom concepts in a playful way

• Blending play with purposeful practice

Best For: Junior Kindergarten readiness • Home learning support • Small groups and early literacy centers