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into learning with the stunning LeapPad interactive learning system from LeapFrog, and watch young readers get to grips with reading without even
noticing the work. Even the most reluctant of readers will find this
system irresistible.
The
LeapPad includes a nifty software system that combines a "magic" pen with
an interactive book designed to help children spell, follow a story and
improve their vocabulary and concentration.
Users simply place the book onto the pad, take up the pen and follow the
story. They listen to the story being read aloud first, then go over the
words again with the pen, choosing whether to say the words, spell them or
sound them phonetically. Each element encourages the child to join in,
helping to develop an understanding of the sounds each word makes and how
the words fit to form a sentence, and then a story. The real fun starts
when the pen touches one of the characters: the slightest touch makes them
speak and giggle along, adding a further dimension.
Included in the LeapPad reading scheme are: an excerpt from Richard
Scarry's Best Word Book Ever, a good starting-point for vocabulary
development ; a Winnie the Pooh story, especially designed to build
confidence and story-reading skills in young readers; a page dedicated to
different parts of the body, where the child is encouraged to identify and
then spell out the words; an impressive section about musical instruments
and an introduction to foreign languages which involves choosing an
everyday activity then choosing to hear the words in French, Spanish,
German or Japanese.
You don't have to understand how the technology works; all you need to
know is that this is one of the most impressive, yet simplest, reading and
learning system you are ever likely to come across, combining some of the
most basic elements of learning with some of the most complex. But the
real strength of this product is that it is fun. Children will find the
interactivity irresistible, and will enjoy hearing sounds and playing the
games that are, without them even noticing it, encouraging them to learn
some of the most important skills on the road to adulthood. Requires 4 x
AA batteries (not included). Ages 4 and up. --Susan Harrison
Children can practise their reading skills with interactive books such as
Pooh Gets Stuck, Bounce Tigger Bounce, Best Little Word Book Ever and
Things To Know.
An Important Note to consider:
The
reading scheme takes into consideration the age of the child and the key
stages. As a result, the playing units become more sophisticated and may
not play the interactive book that you are considering to purchase. To
avoid disappointment with what is an innovative, fantastic product please
check the compatibility before buying. |
