LeapFrog Leapster Learning Game System - GreenAmazon.com
Here is one handheld gaming system that both parents and kids will be able to agree upon. The Leapster Learning Game System takes the brain-building principles that Leapfrog laid out in its earlier electronic learning devices (which have an interactive book format) and applies them to a video-game format. Leapster draws kids in with familiar video game templatesall of which have a secret weapon: a built-in learning component. LeapFrog hopes that kids will become so engaged in the gaming aspects and familiar television and movie characters offered by this toy that they wont even notice that theyre learning and reinforcing valuable reading, math, and language skills.
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Aimed at 4- to 10-year-olds, the 6-by-4-inch Leapster is sized for little hands and comfortably shaped with safe, rounded edges. The 2-1/4-inch touch screen is ample for most of the gaming activities although a little cluttered when used for the art and drawing modules. Buttons are suitably placed on either side of the unit for thumb-operated control. The right side features "A" and "B" buttons for selecting settings and answers while the left has a multi-directional gamepad for game play. A pen is also attached for drawing, selecting tools and settings, and dragging and placing objects. The 3-inch backlit display makes games visible in the dark (although parents will prefer that the Leapster is shut off at bedtime) and the animated graphics, while not completely state-of-the-art are well done and suitable for this age range.
The Leapster Learning Game System takes the brain-building principles that Leapfrog laid out in its earlier electronic learning devices (which have an interactive book format) and applies them to a video-game format.
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As with the manufacturers LeapPad products, the Leapster does require the purchase of additional cartridges to expand its capabilities. Kids can choose titles with their favorite characters to play educational games with. The star-studded list of celebrity narrators includes TV personalities, such as SpongeBob Squarepants, Thomas the Tank Engine, and Dora the Explorer and movie stars, such as Nemo, Cinderella, Ariel (The Little Mermaid), and Batman. Leapfrogs own cartoon star, Tad, is narrates a few as well. While stocking up on the extra software titles can get expensive, it also gives parents some control and input on which characters theyd like their kids to learn from. And, characters for these titles are appropriately matched to the maturity of the targeted grade level (pre-K through 4th grade).
Starting up or hitting the Home button takes players to the main menu. There is one staple pre-loaded game that children will likely come back to again and again. Rabbit River is based on the Frogger game format, but with an additional learning element. In letters mode, kids guide their bunny to hop floating logs to the other side of the river while jumping on specific letters to identify them or spell out a requested 3- or 4-letter word. In numbers mode, the bunny must land on specific numbers on the logs to skip count by twos or form a correct equation. The other pre-loaded activity is Color Corral, an interactive coloring book designed to boost creative problem-solving skills. This module is like a kids version of Photoshop and offers a variety of scenic templates, colors, tools, and moving icons that kids can combine for an infinite number of possibilities. The included manual gives suggestions on how to reinforce these math, reading, and art concepts in the real world. .
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Each game offers multiple skill levels so kids can ease into new territory at the beginner level and challenge themselves with more advanced learning problems as they understand the concept. If kids are stumped at any point during a game, they can hit the Hint button and receive a friendly push in the right direction from an animated tutor, Edison the firefly. Edison also appears automatically if kids answer a question incorrectly several times in a row and coaches the child to reach the correct answer. The Pause button lets kids stop the game for a snack break and pick back up again where they left off.
Designed for portability, the Leapster fits easily in a backpack or tote bag and is ideal for more purposeful edutainment on the go, whether its a quick game on the bus ride to school or hours of playtime during vacation travel. This learning system runs on four AA batteries or on a rechargeable battery pack when combined with the Leapster L-Max Recharging System (sold separately). Leapster covers this handheld device under a 3-month warranty. --Cristina Vaamonde
Product Description
Now parents and kids can both feel good about time spent playing electronic games with the Leapster Learning System by LeapFrog. An exciting library of educational games (sold separately) turn this handheld device into a conduit of exciting learning adventures that teaches reading, math, critical thinking, vocabulary and more. Kids can play fun games, read electronic books, create cool art and watch interactive videos. Color display on backlit screen is gentle on the eyes while the jack for optional headphones is gentle on other peoples ears. Ages 4 to 10 years. Imported.
Rate Points :4.5
Binding :Toy
Brand :LeapFrog
Label :LeapFrog
Manufacturer :LeapFrog
Model :20200
MPN :20200
ProductGroup :Toy
Studio :LeapFrog
Publisher :LeapFrog
UPC :708431202009
Color :Green
EAN :0708431202009
Price :$59.99USD
Lowest Price :$49.95USD
Features Expandable with large library of gamesTeaches phonics, spelling, math, art, music and morePortable interactive system with action-packed games focused on learning essentials for preschool to fourth gradeComes with 2 games built in.Customer ReviewsExcellent toy for growing toddler Rating Point :4 Helpful Point :0 My toddler loves his leapster system. Helps him learn video games and at the same time is educational.
LOVE IT! Rating Point :5 Helpful Point :0 Keeps her entertained for hours. She truly enjoys this gift. It is dropped and still keeps on working. She can handle most activities on it, which is great.
Beware of age range Rating Point :1 Helpful Point :0 I ordered this because it said 4-10yrs in the description, even the picture of the package shown on Amazon says 4-10yrs but the box I received says 4-8. So I went to Toys R Us and they had boxes with both age ranges. I am not sure if Leapster changed the age range or if this product has two different age ranges. But I was looking for something that would be appropriate for 8-10 age range. Since I purchased it as a Christmas present I can not rate the toy itself at this time.
Not so durable Rating Point :4 Helpful Point :0 We purchased the Leapster for our daughter last Christmas and she likes it (although she says she would rather have a DS). However, last month she was sitting on a step stool (very low to the ground) and the Leapster slipped out of her hands and fell to the tile floor. The leapster has not worked since and I have tried everything. This is a childrens toy and should be able to withstand a fall to the floor without permanent damage. We were very disappointed and could not even blame our daughter. It was just an accident. That having been said, we are shelling out for a new one this Christmas, but be warned and do not drop it.
LEARN & PLAY AT THE SAME TIME Rating Point :5 Helpful Point :0 We own the Leapster and the kids enjoy playing it. There are many good game choice for it for all different age levels. It is fantasic because your kids can learn a lot while playing really fun games. We own the Leapster and the V-Smile Pocket which is very similar but the Leapster is made much better and can take some abuse. The Leapster is a great choice to give your child a head start in their learning for school.
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