FOOTSIE

 

 

 

 

Principle

Application of force

Age Group

6 months until no longer in crib

Description

Footsie is a game that is attachable to a crib with small handprints and footprints on the surface.  In the crib, while lying down or standing up, the baby can kick the raised footprints or push the raised handprints on the toy.  Music will only play when the baby pushes on the footprints.  Different songs play depending on which color foot they press.

Mechanics

There are little speakers under the raised footprints that when pushed begin playing a different melody and shut off after 20 seconds. 

Cost and Durability

The material of the outer layer is plushy plastic.  The footprint areas are a fuzzy and soft material whereas the handprints are a harder material.  There are no movable parts, and the material needed is very inexpensive. The speakers are what drive the cost up.   Overall Footsie is a durable product whose cost can be approximated to 40 dollars.