My daughter received a LeapFrog Leapster2
and I have to say it really surprised me.Just like I didn't think she would master the keyboard and mouse of the ClickStart Computer
so quickly, I was surprised at how fast she learned to navigate the screens of the Leapster2 as well as using the buttons and stylus.And not only that, a few of our first games were about her age level and I thought she would not be able to master some of the tougher skills such as recognizing patterns.
What's great about the Leapster2 games is that they adapt to your child. The more they play a game, the more difficult it gets.
And I really see educational value in the games that we have played. She's learning skills such as numbers and math, letters and phonics, shapes, and more.
There are also cool coloring pages that come preloaded on the gaming system. Kids can add different animals that come to life.
There are a ton of available games and most feature characters your kids are familiar with such as Star Wars
, Cars
, Backyardigans
, and Dora.
One aspect that I like as a parent is that I can connect the Leapster2 to the computer and see how she is progressing, what skills she has been working on, and how much time she has spent playing.
The Leapster2 is for ages 4-8 and all Leapster games work with all Leapster systems. Some have enhanced play on the Leapster2.
The Leapster2, its games, and other LeapFrog products are widely available at retail stores and online at Amazon
.From the company:
Introducing Leapster2 - the only preschool learning game system that offers personalized insights into what your child is learning.
Following on the heels of the best-selling Leapster® learning game system, the new Leapster2 handheld is the next generation of learn-everywhere gaming from LeapFrog. Like the Leapster learning game system, the Leapster2 handheld offers a robust learning experience through built-in tutorials and learning levels that adapt automatically to your child's pace. Its touch screen and stylus help develop motor skills used in writing, while its compact design makes it easy for kids to play on the go. It's also compatible with all 30+ Leapster learning games, so kids can practice a wide variety of skills for school as they play and learn with their favorite characters.
Yet the Leapster2 system also offers a whole new layer of benefits by connecting to the computer. Your kids can play on the go, and then connect their handhelds to your home computer to collect fun rewards they've earned. A new online creativity studio also lets them upload art that they've created, embellish it or change it completely, and publish it to share.
With the new USB connection, you can also see your children's progress in recent games, get detailed updates on the skills they are exploring and share in their accomplishments. The Leapster2 system is one of three new LeapFrog Connected learning systems that connect to the LeapFrog® Learning Path, a free online tool that offers unparalleled insights into your child's learning.
