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Why we LOVE this product!
A globe that answers back is a very different thing from a globe on a shelf. Tapping a country and seeing a BBC clip of its animals or people makes the world feel real to a 5-year-old, and the quiz games give kids a reason to keep exploring.
It is one of the best-reviewed interactive globes for this age.
Two things to weigh: it is pricey and the price varies a lot between stores, and the small screen makes it a one-child-at-a-time toy.
Description
SKU:
3417766054005
The LeapFrog Magic Adventures Globe is a 10 in. interactive learning globe with a stylus and a small built-in video screen. Kids tap anywhere on the globe to hear facts and watch BBC video clips about places, languages, cultures, animals and habitats.
What's inside
- 10 in. spinning globe with built-in screen (about 2.7 in.)
- Stylus
- USB cable
- Parent guide
- 4 AA batteries (included for demo use)
How it works
Kids tap the globe with the stylus to hear about the country, ocean or animal they touched, and watch short videos on the screen. Three games (around the world, a quiz show and a where-in-the-world mystery) test what they have learned. Extra adventure packs can be downloaded through a computer.
What kids learn
- Geography: countries, capitals, oceans and continents
- World cultures and languages: how people live around the world
- Nature: animals and habitats
- Listening and memory: quiz games
Good to know before you buy
- Age: LeapFrog rates it 5 and up.
- Batteries: 4 AA batteries; the included ones are for demo, so plan on fresh ones.
- Screen: the video screen is small, so it suits one child at a time.
- Price: $89.99 at Barnes & Noble when we checked; prices vary between stores.
How it compares
A regular globe is cheaper and lasts for years; this one talks and shows video, which makes it much more engaging for younger kids who cannot read the labels yet.
Who it's for
Kids from about 5 who are curious about the world but not yet strong readers, and families who want a geography toy kids will play with on their own.
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Learn more!
Explore the world
- National Geographic Kids: Geography: free articles, maps and facts about countries and places
About
Barnes & Noble
Barnes & Noble traces its roots to 1873, when Charles M. Barnes began selling books from his home in Wheaton, Illinois. In 1917, his son William joined G. Clifford Noble in New York to establish Barnes & Noble. The company entered a new chapter in 1971, when bookseller Leonard Riggio acquired the Barnes & Noble name and flagship store, beginning a period of growth that would help shape the modern American bookstore.
Under Riggio's leadership, Barnes & Noble expanded across the country and introduced its distinctive superstore concept, bringing together an extensive selection of books with a welcoming atmosphere where customers could browse, discover new interests, and spend time exploring. The stores also expanded beyond books to include educational toys, games, music, and gifts.
Today, Barnes & Noble continues to connect readers and families with stories, ideas, and new discoveries through its bookstores and online shop. Its range extends from children's picture books and young adult fiction to puzzles, games, creative toys, and collectibles. By bringing reading together with opportunities for learning and play, Barnes & Noble remains a destination for families looking for inspiration, entertainment, and thoughtful gifts.
