Electronic "Learning System" that does not require computer I am attempting to purchase some sort of electronic "learning system" toys for kindergarten children from underprivileged homes. Is there a system currently offerred which does not require a computer for the set-up or usage? Most of these families would not have access to a computer. (Apparently, the Leappads are no longer manufacturered and the My First Leappads seem designed for younger children.) Electronic "Learning System" that does not require computer I am attempting to purchase some sort of electronic "learning system" toys for kindergarten children from... » Read More Electronic "Learning System" that does not require computer I am attempting to purchase some sort of electronic "learning system" toys for kindergarten children from underprivileged homes. Is there a system currently offerred which does not require a computer for the set-up or usage? Most of these families would not have access to a computer. (Apparently, the Leappads are no longer manufacturered and the My First Leappads seem designed for younger children.) « Show Less
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Hi -I would recommend the V-tech tote'n'go laptops to just about anyone in the pre-reading stage of learning. It is not as glamorous as the leapfrog stuff, but it is great for letter recognition and other pre-literacy skills. That's in the twenty buck range. The Leapster 2 by leapfrog also does not need a home pc to set it up, though you can use one to access some of the advanced features it is completely unnecessary from a child's perspective to enjoy the system. Those retail for about seventy, but are regularly on sale for forty or fifty. The cartridge games are expensive, but do go on sale from time to time. My daughter loved her v-tech laptop and she loves her Leapster too. Hi -I would recommend the V-tech tote'n'go laptops to just about anyone in the pre-reading stage of learning. It is not as glamorous as the leapfrog stuff, but it is great for letter recognition and other pre-literacy skills. That's in the twenty buck range. The Leapster 2 by leapfrog also does not need a home pc to set it up, though you can use one to access some of the advanced features it is completely unnecessary from a child's perspective to enjoy the system. Those retail for about seventy, but are regularly on sale for forty or fifty. The cartridge games are expensive, but... » Read More Hi -I would recommend the V-tech tote'n'go laptops to just about anyone in the pre-reading stage of learning. It is not as glamorous as the leapfrog stuff, but it is great for letter recognition and other pre-literacy skills. That's in the twenty buck range. The Leapster 2 by leapfrog also does not need a home pc to set it up, though you can use one to access some of the advanced features it is completely unnecessary from a child's perspective to enjoy the system. Those retail for about seventy, but are regularly on sale for forty or fifty. The cartridge games are expensive, but do go on sale from time to time. My daughter loved her v-tech laptop and she loves her Leapster too. « Show Less
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My local consignment store has had many of the LeapPads/My First LeapPads and books, for much less than the new price and most in pretty good condition. That's how I got a lot of my LeapPad books, and that's where I took my old books and LeapPads today after we ordered my son's new Tag reader! So if you have a consignment shop near you, and don't mind buying used, check it out!
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You can get leappads on clearance at Target through Amazon. The books for the leappads are a bit harder to come by.
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I would suggest the Fisher Price table as we had the LeapFrog table and it lasted less than a year before it stopped working. I am a (rare, I think!) parent that does not allow her children to abuse their toys, books, etc. and they are taught to respect their belongings. All that to say that there has been no rough play with it. It looks absolutely brand new. I've changed the batteries several times using different brands each time to no avail. I contacted LeapFrog customer service twice and received an answer of "change the batteries" and "our warranty only lasts 90 days". Needless to say, they were no help whatsoever. I even asked for a wiring diagram so that I can try to pinpoint the problem myself, but they said one wasn't available. They did send a 15% discount code as consolation. In my opinion, it's not enough to purchase an expensive LeapFrog product again. This was a very disappointing situation as this table was my daughter's favorite toy and she enjoyed it while it lasted.
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i know with the leap pad site it will prompt you to download "media" upon connecting the device to your pc so i think yes you can. my children have never because they are so little and take pictures and video of everything from the toilet seat to the family dog sleeping so i am not interested in archiving that! ha ha ha hope this helps.
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The game can only be used with any leap frog system... cant use it on the computer... but you can connect the leap frog system you have to the computer to see the progress your child is making with the game.
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I have a leapster gs and it works for that system! Honestly I now go to store to buy them. They r very misleading on what game system to use. Confused me! I'm am prob not a huge help but all that aside my 4 yr old loves this game!
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My daughter got her DS when she was barely 6. Her barely 3 year old brother used many of the games, some of them just didn't interest him or were too hard to play. I am buying him a Leapster 2 for his 4th birthday coming up. We had the original leapster we bought my daughter when she was tiny and it has since broke. While some DS games are fine for the little ones, I think the Leapster is a better choice for them at this age. And, like someone else said, in a few years there will be a new system out the older kids will want anyway.
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I think it about the same extra feature that is not needed. My grandson has enjoyed his explorer and I bought cartridges and games from leapfrog. Power cost more
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The only thing you will need internet for is to sync the Leappad so it unlocks new bows or colors. It isn't a must but somethings are blocked until you do that.
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go with the leapster 2. my nephew has it. cheaper games and more fun for 4-8 yr olds. For 2-4 the discovery is great but limited, too much advertising, the leapster 2 is very durable. not sure how durable discovery is but possibly. read some of the reviews on the discovery. My father in law got it for my daughter. And my nephews have the leapstere so they can;t share games. either is great but I'd go with the 2. note there is no camera on the discovery
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Not for Leap 1 or Leap 2. The Newest leap pad has internet, but it's not needed for this game.
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No. When you're buying the cartridges, you don't need the Internet. We have LeapPads for each of our kids, and two we have never connected to the computer at all and the kids are able to play all the games they want with no troubles...that's the beauty of the cartridges.
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It depends on how responsible your child is as well. One drop on the hardwood floor and our 5 year olds DS now has a half blank screen. I also didn't find many educational games that he could play without his older brothers helping. We are going for a Leapster 2 this Christmas. He's a sponge with educational games and loves to learn.
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I'm not sure what to get my almost 9 year old granddaughter she will be 9 in jan she does not currently have anything? should I get kindle fire a dsl nintendo or leap pad help please!
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To be honest, my son is very young and cant fully use it. I figured when he does start using it more, he would be up to date. I would say for the price difference, the 2 prob. Would be smarter. Leap frog has such great products, I am sure the 2 is packed with great stuff and a lot less $.
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We have a LeapPad, it's pretty expensive to load it up with games/books and doesn't seem worth the high price tag. I am considering returning it for a Vtech. The camera on the LeapPad is OK, but now I realize I would rather have the option to load music and movies.
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You can use it without a computer---there are cartridges you can buy(Amazon, Target etc--look for clearances at Target--got some really good deals there) and there are activities you can do on the innotab itself. You will get a cord to hook up to a computer to download programs you can buy from the VTech site. Also, when you hook up to the site, there are some freebies. We really don't hook it up to the computer much, to be honest. They play with the cartridges we have and the games on it. She loves putting birthdays and special days on the calendar and also "painting". It comes with a stylus but that seems to be lost a bunch so glad it is a touch screen. :) You can use it without a computer---there are cartridges you can buy(Amazon, Target etc--look for clearances at Target--got some really good deals there) and there are activities you can do on the innotab itself. You will get a cord to hook up to a computer to download programs you can buy from the VTech site. Also, when you hook up to the site, there are some freebies. We really don't hook it up to the computer much, to be honest. They play with the cartridges we have and the games on it. She loves putting birthdays and special days on the calendar and also "painting". It comes... » Read More You can use it without a computer---there are cartridges you can buy(Amazon, Target etc--look for clearances at Target--got some really good deals there) and there are activities you can do on the innotab itself. You will get a cord to hook up to a computer to download programs you can buy from the VTech site. Also, when you hook up to the site, there are some freebies. We really don't hook it up to the computer much, to be honest. They play with the cartridges we have and the games on it. She loves putting birthdays and special days on the calendar and also "painting". It comes with a stylus but that seems to be lost a bunch so glad it is a touch screen. :) « Show Less
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No the LeapTop is for learning letters and vocabulary. For learning numbers I bought the LeapFrog Count & Draw.