Basic Fun Retro | Speak & Spell Electronic Game | Classic Retro Interactive Toy, Educational Learning System For Boys & Girls Ages 4 09624

Got this as a Christmas present for one of my children. Was a real blast from the past, as I had one when I was a kid. My little boy really enjoys using it even though it’s somewhat dated compared to other things nowadays. Works just like my old one used to and is surprisingly sturdy and kid-proof. Good value for money compared to other retro toys.

I had one of these when I was around 6 years old and it helped my spelling immeasurably. Years later I would be diagnosed as having Dyslexia (as an adult) and the assessor believed that my time with the Speak & Spell was what made it so hard for my learning challenge to be discovered. Essentially, I had gotten used to seeing the words as an image, which is why I can spell well, despite having some issues reading from certain fonts and page colours. I brought this for my 6 year old granddaughters who adore it and have barely put it down since they got one for Christmas. To see the joy on their faces as they play with the Speak & Spell (even with the authentic American accent and spelling quirks), takes me right back to a happier time in my early youth. It makes their enjoyment of it feel so validating and is a testament to the effectiveness of the product and its design. Kids everywhere have way more advanced screens and sound on the most common of devices, but there is something to be said for the benefit of nostalgia, intertwined with shared child hood experiences that have 40 years between them. Couldn’t recommend enough.

Maybe my arms were weaker as a child, but I remember it being heavier when I was younger. This new one is very light. Functioning is exactly the same

Well I saw this and I knew I had to buy it for my grandson [and myself) took me right back. Nostalgia hit me 1983 . And im not the only one anyone old enough to rember has a ho on it lol. Not the same quality but good enough.

Bought for my 7 year old as an Easter Gift. Some of the letters don't work at all when pressed, rendering it useless and is being returned. One very disappointed child and two very unhappy parents.

Took me back to my childhood. My son liked this and although he was a bit old for it at 8 he did play on it probably better for someone younger. It is good educationally if you are starting out in school. The screen is ok not as up to date as other screen. Voice isn't that good. Works good and buttons work. Probably could have spent more on a something else and got better for value for money

I recently purchased the Speak & Spell Electronic Game, and overall, I think it's a good educational tool for children to learn spelling. The interface is user-friendly, and my child enjoys using it to practice spelling words.The game's simplicity makes it easy for kids to understand and engage with, which is a big plus. It has helped my child improve their spelling skills and gain confidence in their abilities.However, one major drawback is the very limited word database. While the existing words are helpful, it would have been much better if the device had a wider range of words to learn from. After a while, my child started to feel like they were repeating the same words, which can become monotonous and less challenging.I believe the Speak & Spell could be greatly enhanced if there was a way to input custom words or expand the word database through updates. This would allow parents and teachers to tailor the learning experience to match the child's level and progress.In conclusion, I still think the Speak & Spell is a great idea and a valuable tool for learning spelling. However, to make the most of it, it would be beneficial to supplement it with books or other resources that offer a broader selection of words. With a few improvements, this electronic game could become even more effective and versatile in helping children develop their spelling abilities. Therefore, I would rate it 3 out of 5 stars.

A good old-fashioned toy