Turbo Twist Extreme

by LeapFrog

Product Features

• Leap Frog hand help gaming system to help develop math and English skills

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.5 x 11.2 x 11.2 inches ; 1.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000246LXE
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Our recommended age: 6 - 10 years
• Manufacturer recommended age: 10 years and up
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #143,694 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)

Product Description

Awards

• The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval, 2004
• iParenting Media Award, 2004
• 2004 Parents' Choice, Silver Honor Award

From the Manufacturer

With curriculum that is tied to standards for grades 1-4 and presented in fast-paced, arcade-style games, the Turbo Extreme handheld motivates students to master facts in four subject areas--Spelling, Math, Science, and Social Studies. It assesses and adapts the learning path for each student, providing both verbal and visual feedback.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

100 of 102 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great, October 20, 2004

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K. Robards (Monterey CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Turbo Twist Extreme (Toy)

The turbo extreme is great. I decided on this because it has math, social studies, spelling all in the one and I can buy additional cartridges if I want. But they are not necessary. I have had a problem with the unit in that the screen has decided not to work, leapfrog are going to exchange it for me.

I have 4 children ages 4 - 8 and they all use this because it has all different levels.

A great educational toy!

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Review from a teacher and mom, October 11, 2005

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S. Allen - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Turbo Twist Extreme (Toy)

I HIGHLY recommend the Turbo Twist Extreme. I got it for my daughter before she went into first grade, so that she could be ahead of the game in reading and spelling. She does not do very well with video games and such, as she is easily frustrated...but she cannot put this game down!!! I love the fact that there are already games on this product, so you don't have to buy the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th grade cartridges right away. The very best thing about this product, in my opinion as a teacher, is the fact that there are many levels to choose from. You can start out on easy and gradually make it harder as you learn. My daughter started out on easy words like cat...and now, in 1st grade, she can read words like 'thought'. This handheld game has a place where you can plug in headphones. This makes it great for travel. She has used it in the car as well as on plane rides. It is fairly light and virtually indestructible. If you are looking for a fun and educational toy for your child, please get this one!!!

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Makes learning fun!, July 7, 2005

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M. Basil "MikeyBikey" (Canada, eh?) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Turbo Twist Extreme (Toy)

I got this for my kindergartener at Christmas. It took me about half an hour to figure out, but she picked it up much easier. It's proven to be a very exciting way to learn math, spelling, and facts. We often bring it for a road trip. And, like a previous reviewer has noted, the volume control is a blessing. With regard to content I originally bought the first grade cartridge, but have yet to use it -- the included math, spelling, and facts are enough. But we're headed off to Japan for the fall and we will definitely bring this and the 1st grade cartridge along both for entertainment and education. This has remained a favorite and seem to be catching the alphabet apple and some dolls for longevity! Definitely a keeper that is worth the money.