Winner of Practical Preschool Gold Award 2008 and RightStart Silver Award 2008. Leapster 2 is the only handheld preschool gaming system that connects to the LeapFrog Learning Path, an online, interactive tool that allows you to see what your child is learning. Children learn school skills from the animated games, interactive touch screen and stylus while playing with more than 30 games featuring characters they love. And the Leapster2 system offers many options for creative play. Kids can also connect online for extra activities and rewards, while parents connect to get updates and see first-hand what their children are learning. Introduces: Mathematics. Language arts. Reading skills. Basic science concepts. Requires 4 x AA batteries (not included). For ages 4 to 8 years.