Whether your kid’s feet are right on the rhythm, or both oriented toward the left, this gadget still offers limitless fun. The disco-designed Dance Maker II is fun to play with, and actually teaches kids dance steps. One or two youngsters can station themselves on included mats located on either side of the Dancer Maker’s computer for a fancy-free dance-off–or to receive much-needed lessons. The machine offers 12 different dance sequences accompanied by flashing display lights, and three skill levels that are automatically scored. –Diane Beall