--- product_id: 1973617 title: "Educational Insights Preschool Reading Set" brand: "educational insights" price: "€ 72.58" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Educational Insights" url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1973617-educational-insights-preschool-reading-set store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # 85 lessons + 15 challenges 2 AAA batteries powered Interactive Hot Dots pen Educational Insights Preschool Reading Set **Brand:** educational insights **Price:** € 72.58 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ–οΈ Unlock your child’s reading superpowers before kindergarten! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Educational Insights Preschool Reading Set by educational insights - **How much does it cost?** € 72.58 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1973617-educational-insights-preschool-reading-set) ## 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 - β€’ **Durable & Kid-Friendly Design:** Sturdy pages and intuitive pen make learning seamless and mess-free for ages 4+. - β€’ **Engage & Empower Early Readers:** 85 skill-building lessons with progressive challenges to boost pre-K confidence. - β€’ **Interactive Self-Paced Learning:** Hot Dots pen offers instant audio-visual feedback for independent correction and mastery. - β€’ **Perfect Gift for Future Scholars:** Ideal for homeschool, classroom centers, or holiday gifts that parents and teachers trust. - β€’ **Screen-Free, Focused Skill Development:** Encourages letter recognition, phonics, and reading readiness without digital distractions. ## Overview The Educational Insights Preschool Reading Set combines two comprehensive workbooks with an interactive Hot Dots pen, delivering 85 lessons plus 15 challenges designed to develop letter recognition, phonics, and reading readiness for children aged 4 and up. Powered by 2 AAA batteries, this screen-free learning tool provides instant audio-visual feedback, fostering independent learning and confidence. Durable and engaging, it’s perfect for homeschool, classroom use, or as a thoughtful educational gift. ## Description Make pre-kindergarten reading practice interactive and fun with Educational Insights Hot Dots Preschool Reading! This set of two learning books for 4+ year olds makes a great addition to any preschool homeschool curriculum. Each preschool activity book is full of skill-building activities, including letter recognition, reading readiness, sight words, phonics, punctuation, and grammar. Hot Dots are interactive so kids can learn at their own pace, self-correct, and build confidence. The interactive pen provides immediate responses when pressed to any answer dot, lighting up green for correct answers and red for incorrect answers. Hot Dots learning flash cards and activity books encourage independent learning, developing essential skills that set children up for elementary school success. Educational Insights is the home of toddler learning toys and games that teach key skills, from colors to reading to math! In addition to Hot Dots workbooks for kids, we also are known for our craft kits for kids, brainteasers for kids and adults, GeoSafari science toys, Design & Drill construction toys, and more learning toys. We work with parents and teachers to develop long-lasting products that help kids learn the skills they need through play they love. Review: Great for learning letters and beyond - This has been the perfect learning tool for my 4 yr old son! He knows his capital letters, but has trouble with his lower case letters. There are a couple of sections that cover that and he's progressed a lot because of the book. I was pleasantly surprised to find that along with that are more difficult sections that he can work up to. I feel like this is a toy we can use for a long time. He is loving all the pictures in the books, learning his letters, and especially loves the silly noises that come from the dog pen. It takes a little coaching at first, but after he figures out a section he is able to do it independently. I've seen some negative reviews on the product, but it seems unrealistic to expect a toy to teach something to your child without some guidance. My 2 yr old son also loves the books and I can use them for teaching him words in general, because the pictures are great. Already recommended these to a friend! Review: Good transition activity - Easy self correct book. Engaged my child when tv time was over. I consider it a transition activity as it hold her attention for 10 to 15mins at a time. Love that you can mute the sound. Pages are sturdy and difficult to rip. ## Features - PRESCHOOL READING BOOKS: Two preschool workbooks allow children to strengthen key concepts through engaging, screen-free preschool learning activities that support pre-k & kindergarten readiness - ESSENTIAL PRESCHOOL PREP: Children will practice letter recognition & sounds, reading readiness, and more; ideal for classroom centers, homeschool preschool, and summer toddler learning activities - INTERACTIVE LEARNING PEN: Press the Hot Dots pen to an answer dot for instant audio and visual feedback; self-paced activities encourage independent learning and self-correction as kids learn to read - KIDS WORKBOOK SET INCLUDES: Two workbooks with a total of 85 lessons plus 15 challenge activities for kindergarten prep, and interactive pen; pen requires two AAA batteries (not included); ages 4+ - GIFTS FOR KIDS: Educational Insights toys and games make amazing birthday gifts for kids, holiday stocking stuffers, Easter basket toys, and back-to-school presents for teachers & students ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00GFC3E6Y | | Battery Description | AAA | | Best Sellers Rank | #61,642 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #1,483 in Early Childhood Education Materials | | Brand Name | Educational Insights | | Color | Multi-color | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 2,524 Reviews | | Educational Objective | Pre-Reading | | Form Factor | book and pen set | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00086002023902 | | Included Components | Counter toys | | Item Dimensions | 8.4 x 9.1 x 2 inches | | Item Dimensions L x W | 8.4"L x 9.1"W | | Item Type Name | Hot Dots Jr. Let's Master Pre-K Reading Set | | Item Weight | 15.2 ounces | | Manufacturer | Educational Insights | | Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 60 | | Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 48 | | Manufacturer Part Number | 2390 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | No Warranty | | Material Type | Cardboard | | Model Number | 2390 | | Number of Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Number of Players | 1 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Power Source | battery | | Set Name | Preschool Reading Set | | Size | Medium | | Theme | Early Reading | | UPC | 698887781268 086002023902 796825114045 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Images ![Educational Insights Preschool Reading Set - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81mP+TUfr6L.jpg) ![Educational Insights Preschool Reading Set - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71-BCZOP1JL.jpg) ![Educational Insights Preschool Reading Set - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71-grpIOUbL.jpg) ![Educational Insights Preschool Reading Set - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71UnCP-UPuL.jpg) ![Educational Insights Preschool Reading Set - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ZjwB9nowL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does this one dog work across all the different sets you can purchase or do you need to load the lessons on via computer when you purchase a diff. 1?** A: Hi ElizabethThe Hot Dots Jr. "Ace" - the Talking, Teaching Dog pen is compatible with all Hot Dots Jr. sets as well as all of the Hot Dots sets. :) **Q: Does this set extend from the Pete the Cat preschool books, or are they similar levels and concepts?** A: I'm not sure.. I never bought any of the Pete the Cat books. **Q: I purchased some hot dots seven years ago. The dots no longer illicit a positive response. The pens work fine. Is there a way to refresh the dots.** A: The dots have an embedded QR code that the pen "reads"... if this is no longer working you can try cleaning the pen tip with damp cloth... other than that the error would be internal to the optical reader, or damage to books pages. **Q: Its giving the wrong responses. I have tried new batteries but it still says all the answers are wrong even if they are right. What is wrong?** A: I gave this gift to my Grandaughter and my son told me they are having the same problem when she answers the question right sometimes the pen turns red when they know the question is right. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for learning letters and beyond *by H***7 on August 28, 2020* This has been the perfect learning tool for my 4 yr old son! He knows his capital letters, but has trouble with his lower case letters. There are a couple of sections that cover that and he's progressed a lot because of the book. I was pleasantly surprised to find that along with that are more difficult sections that he can work up to. I feel like this is a toy we can use for a long time. He is loving all the pictures in the books, learning his letters, and especially loves the silly noises that come from the dog pen. It takes a little coaching at first, but after he figures out a section he is able to do it independently. I've seen some negative reviews on the product, but it seems unrealistic to expect a toy to teach something to your child without some guidance. My 2 yr old son also loves the books and I can use them for teaching him words in general, because the pictures are great. Already recommended these to a friend! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good transition activity *by M***. on July 13, 2025* Easy self correct book. Engaged my child when tv time was over. I consider it a transition activity as it hold her attention for 10 to 15mins at a time. Love that you can mute the sound. Pages are sturdy and difficult to rip. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Interactive and Engaging *by L***K on May 4, 2025* These Hot Dots preschool books are a fantastic learning tool for young kids. The interactive pen makes it fun to practice early skills, and my child stays engaged longer than with regular workbooks. Great for building confidence and independence! ## Frequently Bought Together - 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. Let's Master Pre-K Math Set, Homeschool & School Math Workbooks, 2 Books & Interactive Pen, 100 Math Lessons, Ages 4+ - Educational Insights Hot Dots Jr. Let's Master Kindergarten Reading Set, Homeschool & Kindergarten Learn to Read Workbooks, 2 Books & Interactive Pen, 100 Reading Lessons, Ages 5+ --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1973617-educational-insights-preschool-reading-set](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1973617-educational-insights-preschool-reading-set) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-09-04*