This award-winning educational product introduces children to the magic of books and reading. LeapPad interactive books and cartridges incorporate activities that develop vocabulary, spelling and phonics awareness. Each book is packed with engaging activities, games, stories and facts that make learning to read a pleasure -- not a struggle. Touch the special LeapPad books with the included "magic" pen to: hear words and stories read out loud, learn letter sounds, hear colorful characters come alive and play engaging learning games. The LeapPad learning system comes with a 24-page interactive book. Additional expansion book and cartridge sets sold separately. Requires 4 "AA" batteries (not included). Includes two Spanish books. One Spanish book features the Disney Princesses, Winnie the Pooh, a Europe and Latin America map, and musical fun with a piano. The other Spanish book features story and character comprehension, vocabulary, character development and alphabet.The LeapPad Learning System: Teaches ABCs, numbers and phonics Features interactive games and engaging activities Allows children to read and learn at their own pace Can be used with the LeapPad Library of interactive books and cartridges for ages 4-10 Awards 2001 Winner, Dr. Toy"s Best Vacation Products 2000 Winner "Best Specialty Item", Play Date 2000 1999 Winner (Educational Category), The Great American Toy Test 1999 Winner, "Only Kidding With You" Fifth Annual Toy Test 1999 Hot Pick, Toy Wishes "Got Toys for the Holidays"