LeapFrog Leapster L-Max Numbers on the Run
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Toys and Games Reviews of LeapFrog Leapster L-Max Numbers on the Run
Customer Review: Counting on Learning
Summary: 4 Stars
I just gave this game to my twins for their 4th birthday. They fight over who gets to play it. It took some time to master the L-max and the Leapster controller (we have both), but once they figured that out, going up and down the pipes and jumping over the digits was a breeze. They both knew their numbers to 20 before playing, but now they understand the concept of "before" and "after" such as "What number comes before 5?" They will hunt to find the numbers and knock over the "Widgets". They love to figure out the questions. The game also teaches them to write their numbers, which was something they didn't have interest in before. This morning, Anika learned how to write '65' and Alex learned how to write '43'. That's how many 'Widgets' they collected, I guess.
The game has 3 technical levels to work from. They are doing great on level 1. I'm confident that in about a week or two, they will be on level 2.
This game is so far beyond the Gameboy and Playstation for educational purposes (neither of which we own). It makes me feel a little better knowing that they are actually learning something useful for school while entranced in the game. They earn time on the Leapster/L-Max for doing different chores around the house (see my review of the Pink/Purple Leapster.) My home has never been more orderly and quiet. They don't understand the concept of allowance for doing chores, but they sure do understand 'game time' on their Leapsters.
The only thing that I can say that is bad about the game is that is way overpriced. I wish there were more levels for $30. It's a really big hit to the pocket for a month or two of game time.
Customer Review: Surprised how educational it really is .
Summary: 5 Stars
My almost 5 year old got the Leapster system for Christmas and 4 game cartridges (thomas, spongebob, kindergarten and counting on zero). So far, all I have seen him play all week is Counting on Zero!!
He is just starting to read and write and has always been puzzle crazy ! I was told most children who love puzzles and riddles will show an interest in numbers and math early. So far this has proven true.
It is easy enough for a child who is just begining to recognize words to play alone, and occasionally when he needs some help from Mom, I am so happy to see him enjoy learning I'm overjoyed to help !! He also seems engaged and entertained without making me feel guilty for letting him play alone while I get some chores done.
Overall, I give Numbers on the Run/Counting on Zero an A+ !!
I hope leapfrog keeps up the good work and creates more games like this!
Customer Review: Fun AND Educational
Summary: 5 Stars
Out of the 6 games we purchased, this is definitely my 4-year old's favorite game. He got it 2 months ago for Christmas and still plays it for literally hours at a time. The great thing about most of the Leapster games is that they are fun as well as educational, and this game is one of the best in my opinon as far as teaching kids educational things while still being entertaining enough for them to keep an interest in it.
3 Levels of difficulty is a nice option, because it allows the child to get more use out of the game. Once they've mastered learning the digits and counting single digits, they can move on to double-digits and adding, subtracting, etc. Also teaches how to write the numbers which I thought was a nice bonus.
GREAT educational and FUN game, especially for children who normally lose interest in things rather quickly.
Customer Review: Numbers on the Run Leapster L-Max Game
Summary: 4 Stars
This game was purchased for our 4 yr. old son, and he's really enjoyed playing it. It is a little difficult- but, in my mind, it should be- it means he has something to learn! There's learning number sequences, recognizing numbers, adding, etc..it's great. I really like that it includes learning to write the numbers, too. Parents will have to help their kids out some, but isn't that part of being a parent? It's fun, educational, and well made. I'm very pleased with this game, and will purchase more like it, definitely! Oh, and by the way, it is a game that I believe a child will be able to enjoy up until they're around 5 or 6 years old, so it's one that will be played more than a year, if your child is between 4 and 5 yrs. old.Customer Review: My 4 year old LOVES math because of this!
Summary: 5 Stars
Thanks L-Max! My son and I play this game together and it is helping him learn math even though he has just turned 4. I myself never liked math and have worried that I would pass my phobias on to my son, but I am no longer worried! This game is something that he can play solo or he can sit on my lap and we can play "together", me letting him take the lead but helping him when he gets stuck. (you can also plug it into your TV to play it on the big screen) It plays like a traditional video game, but you answer math questions- simple math or number sequence to advance through levels. It also teaches how to write numerals. I also like that you can set the difficulty level to match your childs development.