this is a great educational tool. My kids all love this toy. They love to watch TV and I love the fact that they're learning while they do so. I have 2 toddlers so toys at my house have to be durable, the little leaps system can take many beatings without stopping the program.  It does have a few drawbacks though, you have to be extremely patient during setup. Also helps to have a dvd player thats a few years old - it will not work with a HD dvd player.