LeapFrog LeapStart Learning Success Bundle

My son loves LeapFrog LeapStart - he uses it in the car anytime we go out. Keeps him busy. I'll give 5-stars, but, (having been in the toy business and product design years ago, with factories in Shenzhen), I would have designed the outercasing with a (rubber) cover or sleeve, so it will bounce, if dropped (kids you know). The soft rubber or sponge material cover also makes it easy for the kid using it to have it on their tiny laps, (without sliding off)... mmm - just make sure it doesn't absorb heat. Could be sleeve, so it can be cleaned and replaced over time when it shows signs of wear and tear, creating several designs for VAS - value added services or Accessories increasing Earnings and Revenue stories. Differenct character designs (like Cory or Cassy, or other pressed into the material, or form molded). If its a sleeve, low investment costs, and high ROIC. No need to make new molds and toolings for plastic injection molded parts and 120 days to create, inject test, and get new molds into production lines. Rubber / sponge padding will make LeapStart more durable. Also - the AA batteries for Sound/Audio functions only last about 3-5 days (batteries are expensive) in 1-yr will spend more than the LeapStart device, while the Pen using the internal lithium ion battery for its functions - lasting about 2-weeks per charge time. Better to have 2 lithium ion internal batteries, No AA batteries at all for (value for money) as a purchase has a never ending (cost). I would also make the On/Off button accessible thru the closed case. - hello When you plug it in to charge the internal lithium ion battery, the machine automatically turns On, so you have to Open it, to turn if back Off again, or listen to it talking for some time before it sleeps by itself. I get it, the trigger mechanism is when you plug it into a laptop or computer to download book audio's, but still its better to have a hole in the outercase where the On/Off button is accessible when the foldable LeapStart is in its closed position. These product improvements will definitely increase buyers happiness, while at the same time increasing the Earnings and Revenues of the Company, something most Asian manufacturers still don't get until today. (I remember seeing Vtech back in 1994 when I lived in Hong Kong for 8 years, native to Seattle). Yes, I know, I can design better than what's being done today. From a Useablity standpoint, you have to think 4-5 steps further than anyone else to increase a products lifecycle and end-of-life.

We got this for our daughter and it’s way better than an iPad. Easy to use! It’s age appropriate too. Quality is great and you get a good product for the price.

Okay, so we were looking for something to get our son excited about learning and not have to use his tablet all the time. He absolutely loves this. It's like magic how the books come to life with the audio and interactive activities. Honestly, I was impressed with how engaging it is. He's learning about reading, counting, problem-solving, and all sorts of other stuff, but he thinks he's just playing games. The stylus is super easy for him to use, and he loves tapping on all the pictures and words to hear the sounds and stories. I really like that the activities have different levels, so he can keep learning and challenging himself as he gets older. It's also great that it's not just a one-time thing. There are so many different activity books available, so we can keep adding to his collection. We've already gotten him a few more, and he's always asking for more. If you're looking for a fun and interactive way to get your kids excited about learning, I highly recommend the LeapFrog LeapStart. It's affordable, durable, and it really works! Five stars – and a big thank you to LeapFrog for making learning so much fun!

Great learning kit age appropriate my son love it

My 4-year-old really likes this. He loves the stories and letter activities and will sometimes sit with it for an hour or more. One thing I wasn’t expecting was how the stylus naturally encourages him to use a proper pencil grip, even though he often uses a palmar grip with a regular pencil. It’s been a good way for him to practice the correct grip without even realizing it. My 2.5-year-old likes it too, but doesn’t really understand the activities yet and mostly clicks the stylus around randomly. I think 4 is a much better age for actually following along with the activities. I like that it locks closed, has a carrying handle, and has a spot to store the stylus. The stylus is also attached, so it won’t get lost. The LeapStart itself is kind of bulky and clunky, though. I also wish it had rubber around the edges because realistically, this thing is eventually going to hit the floor. My biggest annoyance is the volume. Every time you turn it off, it resets to the loudest setting, so I have to turn it back down the next time we use it. I really wish it stayed at the previous volume. The price also feels a little high for what you get. We’ve gotten a lot of use out of it, but I think the bundle should come with more books. It does come with 2 AA batteries which is nice but it seems to run through batteries quicker than I expected. It would be nice if it was rechargeable. Overall, my 4-year-old uses it a lot and is actually practicing skills while he plays. The volume, bulkiness, and price are what keep it at 4 stars for me.

My daughter had one as a kid and now I purchased one for my 3 year old grandson. He loves it and its educational. It keeps him from being glued to the tablet. The books are durable and good verbal sounds. It does plug into headphones. Definite plus when on the plane.

This birthday gift for my 4 yr old granddaughter was an instant hit! She was fascinated, trying out all the basic options (numbers, letters, music keyboard, etc) on the toy before we put in the books. She very carefully went to each page, clicking on everything in each book. I don't think I've ever seen her so focused for so long! I love the fact that this is a bit challenging for her right now, but she can still have fun and learn. Even better, the toy can grow with her as we add new books.

What a piece of junk for almost $50! My mom bought one used and I was never able to download the audio files for newly purchased books- I assumed it was because it was used/broken. Fast forward a year and my stepmom buys one brand new and I’m easily able to download the software and upload several books. HOWEVER… I purchased a book several months later and am unable to get the leap start to connect to my computer to download the audio file(to make the book actually work!!) so there’s to assuming the old one was broke or that it was a computer issue because it worked several months ago- nothing has changed- same leap start- same computer- will NOT connect. I have tried every suggestion in the ‘help’ section. It does work with the handful of books I was able to download when we first got it but what’s the point if we can’t buy & download books to grown our daughters knowledge/collection? I don’t understand how these have such good reviews when you google connection/download issues and it’s a VERY COMMON problem that they have not bothered to fix!

Unable to exercise right to returns and Amazon has not confirmed delivery. Did not work after first few days of purchase, despite multiple attempts at charging. Would still like to return this

It works well and does not lags! Sturdy too. Preloaded with the books that comes with it. The app installation is easy, fuss free. Bought it for my kid who is 3 year old as a christmas present. I think he will like it a lot!

This is one of those items that is so worth buying. Right now my 2-year-old loves to use it as she's learning the alphabet and numbers she can entertain herself for a long time with this thing. I purchased all the level when books I could find. The beauty of this product is that it truly grows with your child. I've already bought the reading program books and can't wait till she's a little older for her to learn to read using it. I kind of wish I had about the one with the little video screen at the top but at the time could not find one anywhere. Definitely not a necessity she loves it either way. Her and I play with it together a lot of the time to help her understand the game and how to work it but she can also Play with it herself without any help.

My intention to buy the item was to buy the amazing Bible stories for my granddaughter to read..but it seems that the books are out of stock..can something be done to get them printed. Would greatly appreciate. So far, my granddaughter hasn’t been using it..hopefully in time to come.

My 4 yo daughter loves this! She starts school in September and wanted it to help her get a head start on learning to read letters and numbers. Keeps her busy on car rides and educational!