Audio-visual entertainment toy system

Abstract

The present invention is an all inclusive multifunctional audiovisual system for children. The system functions to relieve children's various fears that arise in the night including but not limited to noises, motions, shapes, and shadows. In addition, the system entertains children during the day by supplying a companion for children to carry with them, and a story and music player. The Night Guardian System is a unique tool that, builds confidence, empowers children, and helps them sleep better, all while stimulating their intellectual growth during this stage of development.

1 . An interactive audio visual entertainment system for children comprising a portable, bed-friendly toy with a self contained light structure, at least one additional free-standing light structure wherein both self contained and free-standing light structures are capable of receiving signals and emitting sound and illumination. 
   
   
       2 . The system of  claim 1  in which said system is used to build confidence and aid children in overcoming their fear of the dark 
   
   
       3 . The system of  claim 1  in which said system is capable of being easily transported to various sites. 
   
   
       4 . The system of  claim 1  in which said system functions as a safety mechanism for illuminating dark areas of a house. 
   
   
       5 . The system of  claim 1  in which said toy is plush and stuffed. 
   
   
       6 . The system of  claim 1  wherein said toy can activate an imbedded sensor of said free-standing structures through infrared or radio frequency or other contemporary technology allowing the free-standing structures to emit light and sound. 
   
   
       7 . The system of  claim 1  in which various audio functions may be activated by pressing on various areas of said toy. 
   
   
       8 . The system of  claim 1  wherein said self contained structure can be activated to illuminate and emit sound by placing pressure on the area of the structure. 
   
   
       9 . The system of  claim 1  which comprises at least one switch adapted to activate and deactivate the light function. 
   
   
       10 . The system of  claim 1  which comprises at least one switch adapted to activate and deactivate the sound function. 
   
   
       11 . The system of  claim 1  which comprises at least one switch adapted to control the duration of the light function. 
   
   
       12 . The system of  claim 1  which comprises a volume control to adjust the volume of the sound output. 
   
   
       13 . The system of  claim 1  further comprising an audio player which has the ability to play music, sounds, and recite stories through the use of pre-stored information or through downloaded material. 
   
   
       14 . The system of  claim 13  wherein said toy can communicate with said audio player through radio or infrared frequency or other contemporary technology controlling the various functions of said player. 
   
   
       15 . The system of  claim 13  in which said audio player can communicate with the self contained and free-standing structures through radio frequency, enabling said structures to recite audio material. 
   
   
       16 . The system of  claim 13  in which said audio player acts as a projector and displays a visual projection of the stories being narrated.