Now Available, the LeapFrog LeapStart™ Interactive Activity Book System for Preschoolers through First Grade Can Be Found Online and in Major Retail Stores
Key school and life skills are brought to life with a new interactive system and library of activity books to provide children with the tools they'll need to prepare for tomorrow
EMERYVILLE, Calif., Aug. 2, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc., the leader in innovative learning solutions for children, today announced the LeapStart interactive learning system is now available online and in major retail locations across the U.S. Available on two platforms, one for Preschool & Pre-Kindergarten and one for Kindergarten & 1st Grade, the LeapStart is jam-packed with school and life skills for curious 2-7 year olds. The LeapStart activity books are designed to help build key skills and challenge kids to get ready for their next step in learning. The system works with a library of re-playable activity books that get kids excited about concepts such as STEM and social skills, reading comprehension and communication, phonics and problem solving, and more.
Children can now engage in interactive book-based learning that incorporates core school skills along with valuable life skills that we know are so important for 21st century learners," said Jody Sherman LeVos, PhD, Director of Learning at LeapFrog. "This learning approach includes critical classroom skills as well as important life skills such as the ability to adapt to changing technology, collaboration skills, and perseverance. The LeapStart interactive activity book system incorporates these skills into fun and engaging activities to bring learning to life for children."
Available now, a library of 16 activity books across four learning levels has been designed to work with the LeapStart interactive systems (each sold separately). There are four books in each learning level and together they teach 50+ key skills including ABCs, 123s, and beyond. From life skills and daily routines, to space science and coding, the LeapStart library supports core skills integrated with life skills, such as problem solving and critical thinking to help children prepare for the future. Both LeapStart platforms work with all four levels of activity books for complete interchangeability and ability to find just the right level for each set of skills.
Level 1: Preschool
Teaches early fundamentals like ABCs and numbers as well as shapes, colors, creativity, music, and problem solving.
Level 2: Pre-Kindergarten
Introduces early key skills like phonics, writing, counting and critical thinking, as well as introducing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math), and social-emotional skills for starting kindergarten.
Level 3: Kindergarten
Complements school skills like reading, math, science, and geography with life skills like logic and reasoning, global awareness, and health.
Level 4: First Grade
Covers fundamentals like vocabulary and fractions plus helps grow interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math), space science, and problem solving.
The LeapStart Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten system comes with an ergonomically designed stylus for smaller hands and activities for Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten children ages 2-4. The LeapStart Kindergarten and 1st Grade system has a sleeker design and helps children ages 5-7 practice finer pen control. Using the stylus in both systems, kids can tap any page to activate audio responses and play activities designed to keep them engaged and coming back for more. Each book in the library is packed with over 30 activities. Games, jokes and songs come to life, enticing kids to trace numbers, hunt for letters, compose their own music, and much more.
The LeapStart interactive learning systems include a portable kid-tough device with a downloadable Parent Guide that fosters the development of kids ages 2-7 with tips, tricks, and activities that parents and kids can do together. Each system comes with a sampler book: Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten designed for the younger platform and Kindergarten and 1st Grade designed for the older platform.
Availability
LeapStart Preschool & Pre-Kindergarten system (MSRP $39.99, ages 2-4) and LeapStart Kindergarten & 1st Grade system (MSRP $39.99, ages 5-7), as well as the 16 LeapStart Activity books (MSRP $12.99 each, ages 2-7), will be available immediately online and in major retail locations across the U.S.
About LeapFrog
LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc. is the leader in innovative solutions that encourage a child's curiosity and love of learning throughout their early developmental journey. For 20 years, LeapFrog has helped children expand their knowledge and imagination through award-winning products that combine state-of-the-art educational expertise led by the LeapFrog Learning Team, innovative technology, and engaging play – turning playtime into quality time. LeapFrog's proprietary learning tablets and ground-breaking developmental games, learn to read and write systems, interactive learning toys and more are designed to create personalized experiences that encourage, excite, and build confidence in children. LeapFrog is based in Emeryville, California, and was founded in 1995 by a father who revolutionized technology based learning solutions to help his child learn how to read. Learn more at www.leapfrog.com.
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