LeapFrog's LeapTV ($150) is a video gaming system specifically designed for kids ages 3 to 8 years old. It fuses educational concepts with familiar characters and active play. With three types of play — classic control, where the controller acts in the traditional fashion; pointer play, where the controller converts into an LED pointer; and body motion, where kids are put into the game to interact with the characters — there are plenty of features to keep even the youngest gamers engaged. One of the most exciting features of LeapTV is the user interface, which is truly designed for young tots. Instructions are presented graphically and via audio, so nonreaders can learn without the assistance of a grown-up. They're also easy to move between, so kids who are still working on their dexterity can toggle games on their own.
