LeapFrog Mind Mania Spelling

Purchased this around Christmas as a gift for a 7 year old. Toy arrived new but didn't work. Even bought new batteries only to waste money because it still never came on. I was really disappointed. My daughter loves spelling so in return she was just as disappointed. Don't plan on buying purchasing anything of the sort again.

My 6 year old daughter loves this item and it is so easy to take anywhere. She plays with it in the van, during her brother's soccer games and even during church (occasionally). The sound can be turned off and all the games can still be played easily. My daughter is 6 years old and spells at a 5th grade level. I'm not sure that this toy contributed to her spelling ability but it could have only been beneficial. The only negative that I have for this toy is that it takes 3 cell batteries and if your child plays with it as much as mine does this toy can become very expensive very fast. I am now considering the Expert Turbo Twister which takes AA batteries since I really don't want to spend another $10.00 to make the Mindmania operational again. I do recommend it but just be aware of the batteries.

I thought this toy ran true-to-form for Leap Frog products. It is fun and entertaining.