The screen-free gadget my two and four-year-old nephews can't get enough of - and their mum loves it too
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A Yoto player has become a favourite device for my two and four-year-old nephews as it keeps them entertained with stories while giving a welcome break from screen time.
Finding ways to keep young children entertained without handing over a tablet or turning on the TV can sometimes feel impossible, especially when it’s raining or you’ve got jobs you have to do. That's why the Yoto player has become such a hit with my nephews, who are two and four years old.
The clever screen-free audio player is wonderfully simple to use. Instead of navigating apps or scrolling through videos, they just choose an audio card, slot it into the top of the player and the story begins. Within moments they're completely absorbed and happily listening together.
It has quickly become one of the first things they reach for when they’re asked what they’d like to do. Whether it's a classic bedtime story or a singalong session, they love choosing what to listen to and are also able to use it by themselves.
What makes Yoto particularly appealing is its huge and ever-growing library of more than 1,000 audio titles. Children can enjoy much-loved favourites including The Gruffalo, Paddington and countless other classic stories, while older children can listen to beloved titles such as the complete Harry Potter collection.
Their mum says one of the biggest benefits is how happily they'll sit for a couple of hours completely engrossed in a story. Instead of asking for another television programme or wanting more time on a tablet, they're content to listen, imagine and play while the story is read aloud.
For her, it's been a refreshing alternative to screen time. She loves knowing they're being entertained without staring at another display, while also encouraging their imagination and love of stories.
The Yoto player has even ended up being just as useful for her once the children are asleep too. She has discovered she enjoys listening to the Harry Potter audiobooks herself during quiet evenings, making it something the adults can appreciate as much as the children.
In fact, she's already looking forward to the day her sons are old enough to experience Harry Potter alongside her. Sharing those stories together has become something she's excited about, and the Yoto player means those family listening sessions are possible.
It's rare to find something that genuinely appeals across different ages, but that's exactly what makes Yoto stand out. For younger children, it's an easy and engaging way to enjoy stories independently. For parents, it's a welcome break from constant requests for screen time. And for the whole family, it's something that can continue to grow with children as their interests change over the years.
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