July 23, 2004

By: Ryan Alton
Website: http://www.1st-in-toys.com

LeapFrog Broadens Bilingual Initiative With New Spanish/English Educational Toys

As it continues expanding its array of products by moving into new global markets, LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc., a leading developer of innovative technology-based education products, today announced new LeapFrog products that further its bilingual education series launched last August. LeapFrog's bilingual initiative aims to help children learn both English and Spanish through fun learning experiences on a growing number of LeapFrog platforms.

LeapFrog's emphasis on bilingual products is especially appropriate for infant, toddler, and preschool children, said toy and children's lifestyle expert, Chris Byrne. These products capitalize on the demonstrated ability of children in these age categories to be receptive to the fundamentals of languages, in this case English and Spanish. Combined with the rich and active play patterns of the LeapFrog products, these toys can help set the stage for future learning. Of course, these toys are fun and engaging, but they also help children prepare to meet the challenges of formal education.

We continue to extend our innovative educational learning platforms worldwide, with more than 25 countries currently offering LeapFrog products in five different languages, remarked Mike Wood, Chief Vision and Creative Officer at LeapFrog. In parallel with this global initiative, we continue our steadfast commitment to ongoing content enrichment based on the latest educational research findings, curriculum standards, or opportunities afforded through new technology. We view bilingual second language learning as one of the most critical leaps ahead in early childhood learning, and it is integral for LeapFrog products both in the United States and abroad.

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