Especally to learn to talk (infants, toddlers, children with autism, etc.) though ideas about reading, spelling, etc. will also be appreciated 
Okay, fine infant, no. I meant 3 to 6 or 7.
And you do know that sometimes the parent is not there or is busy? Hello? It gives the opportunity for kids to learn by themselves with flashcards and such.
Besides, if you had a kid with autism, you would know that they don't bother listening to parents reading something. They want something that moves, and has funny sounds, and so that they don't know where the sounds come from.
No offense, but you are extremely close-minded.

Okay, fine infant, no. I meant 3 to 6 or 7.
And you do know that sometimes the parent is not there or is busy? Hello? It gives the opportunity for kids to learn by themselves with flashcards and such.
Besides, if you had a kid with autism, you would know that they don't bother listening to parents reading something. They want something that moves, and has funny sounds, and so that they don't know where the sounds come from.
No offense, but you are extremely close-minded.