My 2 children (ages 8 and 5) have DS. They love Wiggles videos and ABC's. With so many types of these electronics, WHICH ONE TO GET?? HELP?
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I'm according with you. There are many electronic gadgets to say wich is better. My sister and me was checking between DS, Playstation, Tablets and vtech Innotab and finally we decided by the Innotab because we think that have characteristc more appropiated for my 4 years old nephew. For example, we think that a DS is a smaller toy for a 4YearsOld hands and we was looking for an resistent educational toy, but I'm sure that we, as women, consider more important the educational aspect than for example a father, who maybe consider as a priority the graphic quality of the toy and the type of games. Good luck!!! I'm according with you. There are many electronic gadgets to say wich is better. My sister and me was checking between DS, Playstation, Tablets and vtech Innotab and finally we decided by the Innotab because we think that have characteristc more appropiated for my 4 years old nephew. For example, we think that a DS is a smaller toy for a 4YearsOld hands and we was looking for an resistent educational toy, but I'm sure that we, as women, consider more important the educational aspect than for example a father, who maybe consider as a priority the graphic quality of the toy and the type of... » Read More I'm according with you. There are many electronic gadgets to say wich is better. My sister and me was checking between DS, Playstation, Tablets and vtech Innotab and finally we decided by the Innotab because we think that have characteristc more appropiated for my 4 years old nephew. For example, we think that a DS is a smaller toy for a 4YearsOld hands and we was looking for an resistent educational toy, but I'm sure that we, as women, consider more important the educational aspect than for example a father, who maybe consider as a priority the graphic quality of the toy and the type of games. Good luck!!! « Show Less
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My kids are still toddlers. They love their innotab 2 but still try to play with my tab.
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I like the Innotab 2 because it's pretty much like an iPad for kids. You can get games according to their age. It's very convenient.
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honestly my 6 1/2 year old LOVED this until he got his hands on my kindle. Now he wants both. for the 5 year old this would still be great but the 8 year old, NO WAY.
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Educational look into the WIFI downloadable systems for networks characters and buy the extras. Entertainment like DS, need look at advancing DS to DS XL for Networks games. Now sell used games for reasonable price. Note the interest level and ablities in your two are different. Inno will not keep 8yrs attention but great for 5yr after added downloads and adapter.
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I highly recommend the Fisher-Price Kid-Tough Music Player with Microphone for kids. It is a music player with a microphone. It is expensive (about $50), but has served us incredibly well over the past 6 years with two small boys. Amazon doesn't seem to have it at the moment, but check other places. For something smaller and cheaper - try B. Okideoke Microphone (about $15 on Amazon). It will project sound, plays songs and records. Good for the small ones...
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ours works fine. Great in fact. My daughter keeps saying she wants to tickle elmo. lol. We have arthur, clifford, dragon tales and wiggles besides the elmo, fisher price, and barney. I am, however, having trouble locating the disney keys without the base.
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I have 3 and 8 year old boys. They both use them VERY OFTEN and also our main computer recently broke, so Dad and I have been using as well. Great for ALL ages!! I definitely recommend.
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I am also wondering which one to buy for my 19 month old little girl.There's only a $10 price difference. I want to know which one she will enjoy the most and actually use.
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I don't think this would be good for a 7yo. We have purchased three games for ours, and my 15mo really enjoys it, but my 5yo (2nd grader) only plays with it to show her little sister how to play the games. My toddler can turn the music and drawing app on by herself. I think a Nintendo DS or Kindle Fire would be a much better purchase for a 7yo! My 5yo will stay on her Kindle Fire HD for hours if I let her!!
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If you do not have the Junior set, I would recommend you get the Snap Circuits SC-300 instead. It retails at about USD40 and Ranked #1 in Physics Toys & Games. Snap Circuits SC-300 Electronics Discovery Kit
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Thanks! My grandson is 7months old. I was looking at leapster but daughter-in-law says she's heard vtech is better. Which is best & there seems to be different programs which is best for his age?
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The short answer is that she's probably on the old side for this. My son is now 11 and while he does still tinker with it, I would need to purchase the add on kits to keep his interest. While I think it was a pretty good product, it didn't really fulfill what I had in mind as far as teaching him about electricity and circuitry. It is a bit like one of those science kits, it does something interesting, but doesn't really teach them why. I honestly think this would be a better age range for 6-10 year old's. Hope that helped, good luck and take care.
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I'm not sure what to get my almost 9 year old granddaughter she will be 9 in jan she does not currently have anything? should I get kindle fire a dsl nintendo or leap pad help please!
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of course the manufactured would kinow best; however, my grandchildren age 9 and 12 asked for same for Christmas 2013. Thne 12 year old is really into it and really enjoys it and understands the concept; but my 9 year old does not seem interested (has not yet begun to look at it). I would say it all depends on the child and their interests. Sorry, this is all I have to offer.
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I got my 6 year old the leapfrog tab 2 and she likes it but she gets very aggregated because the batteries die to quickly. If you decide to get 1 I recommend get a power cord that fits it because Batteries can be a hassle and aggregating.
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Hi, My daughter has the Leapster 2. It has one game installed and there is also a "paint" option, kind of like Windows "draw." She rarely played with those features, but they're not bad features. The game has dragons and you have to chase letters or something like that. If I'm not mistaken you can also download a game or two from the site. Just the same, I would definitely consider getting your niece a game to go with it -- Leapfrog.com was having a sale, maybe still is, which made many of the cartridges very affordable. My daughter loved Digging for Dinosaurs, Wall-e, the Backyardigans, and Finding Nemo in particular. She got the Disney Princess game but only played with it once. It looked like a real stinker. If cost is a consideration (as it is for me) maybe just let her parents know that you got her a Leapster 2 so they can plan on getting her a game or two. And how nice of you to get her such a lovely gift! It is a truly educational tool and was a huge hit in my house.
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The games would probably not be challenging enough for a very bright 8-year-old; my 7-year old finds it a little too young. This is best for kids 2-6, in my opinion. As far as a handheld for under $100? The DS is a good suggestion; I would wait for a lower priced "adult" tablet to come out.
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I have three children and three different types of DS "game consoles/ systems" --- a DSiXL and a 3DS and a 2DS. All DS games and all 3DS games will play on a 3DS as well as a 2DS. However the first DS we bought (which was the DSiXL) will be limited to only DS games. A plain, regular DS will not play 3DS games. The good news is, if you own a 2DS you can play any of the games offered by Nintendo and a lot of them are fairly inexpensive. A 2DS will play any of the games. A 3DS will play any of the games. Only the original DS -- or DSi or DSiXL --is limited to only DS games. Hope this helps explain. I have three children and three different types of DS "game consoles/ systems" --- a DSiXL and a 3DS and a 2DS. All DS games and all 3DS games will play on a 3DS as well as a 2DS. However the first DS we bought (which was the DSiXL) will be limited to only DS games. A plain, regular DS will not play 3DS games. The good news is, if you own a 2DS you can play any of the games offered by Nintendo and a lot of them are fairly inexpensive. A 2DS will play any of the games. A 3DS will play any of the games. Only the original DS -- or DSi or DSiXL --is limited to only DS games. Hope this... » Read More I have three children and three different types of DS "game consoles/ systems" --- a DSiXL and a 3DS and a 2DS. All DS games and all 3DS games will play on a 3DS as well as a 2DS. However the first DS we bought (which was the DSiXL) will be limited to only DS games. A plain, regular DS will not play 3DS games. The good news is, if you own a 2DS you can play any of the games offered by Nintendo and a lot of them are fairly inexpensive. A 2DS will play any of the games. A 3DS will play any of the games. Only the original DS -- or DSi or DSiXL --is limited to only DS games. Hope this helps explain. « Show Less
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I read your question wrong. I would definetly upgrade from the Explorer to one of the Leappads. They are much better to play then the explorer and do have the cameras and a bigger screen. We updated from one device to the other for our boys.
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My grandson is 7, and he is very interested on how things works and problem solves. I got the snap circuit 300 for him figuring it had a lot more options for him. Not sure what age your looking for.