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Smart Globe Instructions

Educational toys are an entertaining and effective way to get kids involved in learning. There are many educational products available, including the Smart Globe. This interactive device helps teach children basic world history, geography and map-reading skills. The Smart Globe works by using the SmartPen which allows children to point to specific areas of interest and learn about its traditions, history and cultures. This educational product is simple to use and includes an activity panel which is separated into five main learning sections, including Touch, Compare, Find, Espanol and Knowledge.

Things You'll Need

2 AAA batteries
Phillips-head screwdriver

Instructions

Setting up the Smart Globe
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  Turn the SmartPen over and use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screw on the battery cover. Pull the battery door out and insert two AAA batteries, making sure to match the polarity as instructed. Remove the plastic demo tag next to the "Reset" button, replace the battery cover and reinstall the screw.
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  Press the "Power" button to turn the SmartPen "On."
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  Remove the pre-installed batteries from the base of the Smart Globe if you plan to use the AC/DC adapter connection instead. Plug the adapter into the adapter jack on the back of the globe, then plug the cord into an electrical outlet.
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  Push in the drawer at the base of the globe, which will cause the drawer to pop out slightly. Grasp the sides of the drawer and pull it out the rest of the way to reveal the map of the United States. Push the drawer back in when you are finished using it.
Using the Smart Globe Activities
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  Touch the tip of the SmartPen to the "Touch" category of interest, such as "Continent" or "Language." Now use the pen and touch a place of interest on the globe. Navigate through the different "Touch" categories and the globe to learn more about each country.
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  Touch one of the "Espanol" categories, then touch an area of interest on the globe to learn about a country in Spanish.
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  Touch one of the "Compare" categories to learn about the differences between two places, such as population, distance and time. Then use the pen to touch two countries on the globe to obtain the comparison information. You can also compare an area on the United States map with an area on the globe by following the same process.
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  Touch one of the "Find" categories to play a searching game. Select the age category that best fits you. The Smart Globe will ask you to find specific areas on the globe. Follow the instructions and answer the questions as quickly as you can.
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  Touch one of the categories under the "Knowledge" column for up-to-date information, facts and news. Touch "Earth Facts" to learn about our Earth. Touch "Amazing Facts" then touch an area on the globe to learn amazing facts relevant to the area. Touch "World News" to hear the latest news around the world.

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