Leapster Learning System Review

The Leapster is a handheld gaming system for preschool and elementary aged students. The device is powered by batteries (which can get pricey and can lead to problems when the batteries run out in the middle of a trip) and has several buttons for the power, moving up, down, right, left, and menu buttons.

We have a few games to go with the Leapster gaming system. We have a drawing program, a Kindergarten program, a "Cars" program. Although they all help reinforce educational skills, some are much better than others. The Kindergarten program, for example, is teaching my son basic subtraction skills already.

The Leapster gaming device is beloved by my 5 year old. He can play them for 15+ minutes at a time (which is perfect because it is not too much, not too little). The games are educational and fun. The device is not terribly expensive and has proven to be very durable in spite of several droppings. Great product!