LeapFrog Turbo Twist Maths - Manual

Parent Guide & Instructions
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Dear Parent,
We at LeapFrog know that you are your child’s most important
teacher. Our goal is to help you build an environment for your
child that is rich in experiences—one that encourages discovery
and fosters learning success.
We have developed learning toys that are designed to teach
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ON/OFF
BUTTON
HEADPHONE
JACK
SLAM
BUTTON
VOLUME
ADJUST
DIRECTIONAL
ARROWS
GAMES
BUTTON
CARTRIDGE
SLOT
NUMBER
DIAL
REPEAT
BUTTON
LCD
SCREEN
GETTING STARTED
HOW TO PLAY
To input numbers while playing a game, turn the Number Dial until
the appropriate number is shown on the screen and then press the
SLAM button to confirm the selected number.
SELECTING A GAME MODE
Press the GAMES button to activate the Game selection menu. Press
the directional arrows to scroll through the game choices. Press the
SLAM button to start a game.
GAME MODES
LEARN IT: A simple “flash card” style game that allows
players to “shout out” their guess before revealing the
correct answer.
1.The unit displays a math problem to the musical beat, and then
pauses, allowing the player to guess the answer aloud.
2. Press the SLAM button to reveal the correct answer to the problem.
3. Press the SLAM button again to move on to the next math problem.
PRACTICE TABLES: Lets you focus on specific
memorization of important math information, and keep
practicing at your own pace until you've got it perfect!
1.The operation options are Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division.
2. Use the UP and DOWN directional arrows to select a Practice
Number to perform. Press the SLAM button to enter your choice.
Example: if you want to practice your 4s multiplication table, select
multiplication and then the number 4.The unit will present all of
the multiplication times-tables problems involving the number 4.
3.To solve each problem, fill in the blanks.Twist the Number Dial to
select numbers and press the SLAM button to enter these numbers
into the blanks.
QUIZ TIME: Choose an operation and solve the
equation! Turbo Twist Math keeps score and increases
the value of questions when you answer many
correctly in a row.Think carefully to earn big points!
1.The unit displays a math problem to the musical beat, and
then shows three possible answers.
2.When you see the correct answer, press the SLAM button.
If your answer is incorrect,Turbo Twist Math will offer a hint and
allow a second chance. If your answer is correct, the unit offers
praise, points, and possibly a Promotion (after a series of
correct answers).
BEAT THE CLOCK: You have 90 seconds to solve as
many equations as possible.
1.To solve each problem, the player fills in the blanks.Twist the Number
Dial to select numbers and press the SLAM button to enter these
numbers into the blanks.
2.When the 90-second countdown is complete,Turbo Twist ® Math totals
the correct answers the player entered and awards a score.
For some harder problems the device only asks the player to fill in
the beginning and/or final digits in the answer.This encourages the
player to develop estimation skills.
WORD PROBLEMS: A fun and exciting way to
translate words into math equations.
1.The operation options for Word Problems are Addition, Subtraction,
Multiplication and Division.
2.The unit will announce a word problem and present three possible
choices as the answer.
3. Press the SLAM button when the correct answer appears.
4. If your answer is correct, the unit moves to the next mental math
problem. If the answer is incorrect, the unit offers a hint by showing
the corresponding equation for the word problem.This format enables the
player to learn the correlation between the words and equations.
The player has two chances to answer each word problem.
MULTI-PLAYER: 2-4 players take turns solving equations in this
fast-paced game. Turbo Twist Math keeps score and offers rewards.
1. Select the number of players by pressing the UP or DOWN directional
arrows.You can choose 2, 3, or 4 players. Press the SLAM button to
enter your choice.
2. Select a level for the game by pressing the UP or DOWN directional
arrows. All of the players in the game will play using the same level.
Press the SLAM button to begin play.
3. Players take turns answering questions by twisting to view answer choices
and pressing the SLAM button to enter their answers.
4. Double or Nothing: If a player answers a math problem correctly,
he/she may be offered a Double or Nothing challenge. If the player wants
to KEEP the points already earned for the first problem (the safer course
of action), press the DOWN arrow.To go for the Double or Nothing,
press the UP arrow and the device will offer a second math problem
challenge.The player will earn double points for answering the second
problem correctly. If the second problem is answered incorrectly, the player
earns NO points for either of the two problems.
When 3 rounds of the game are complete the unit presents Half-
Time score standings. When all 6 rounds of the game are complete
the unit presents Final Awards for the top-scoring players.
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ON/OFF BUTTON
Turn on Turbo Twist Math
by pressing the On/Off
button. Press it again to
turn the unit off.
Note: If the unit is left unattended for a
few minutes, it will shut off automatically
to conserve battery power.
GAMES BUTTON
Press the Games button to
see game choices.
VOLUME ADJUST
Press the Up button for
higher volume and press
the Down button for
lower volume.
REPEAT BUTTON
Didn’t hear it the first time?
Press the Repeat button to
hear the question again.
DIRECTIONAL
ARROWS
Use these multi-purpose
controls to move through
various menus.
NUMBER DIAL
Twist this dial forward or
backward to scroll through
numbers 0-9.
SLAM BUTTON
Press the SLAM button
to enter selections.
HEADPHONE JACK
The unit has a jack for
headphone use. Headphones
are not included.
Warning: Headphone wires can
be dangerous to small children.
Headphones should only be used
under adult supervision.
CARTRIDGE SLOT
Expand the learning fun
with Turbo Twist Math
Cartridges or Mind Station
download cartridges
(both sold separately).
FEATURES
ON/OFF BUTTON
Turn on Turbo Twist Math
by pressing the On/Off
button. Press it again to
turn the unit off.
Note: If the unit is left unattended for a
few minutes, it will shut off automatically
to conserve battery power.
GAMES BUTTON
Press the Games button to
see game choices.
VOLUME ADJUST
Press the Up button for
higher volume and press
the Down button for
lower volume.
REPEAT BUTTON
Didn’t hear it the first time?
Press the Repeat button to
hear the question again.
DIRECTIONAL
ARROWS
Use these multi-purpose
controls to move through
various menus.
NUMBER DIAL
Twist this dial forward or
backward to scroll through
numbers 0-9.
SLAM BUTTON
Press the SLAM button
to enter selections.
HEADPHONE JACK
The unit has a jack for
headphone use. Headphones
are not included.
Warning: Headphone wires can
be dangerous to small children.
Headphones should only be used
under adult supervision.
CARTRIDGE SLOT
Expand the learning fun
with Turbo Twist Math
Cartridges or Mind Station
download cartridges
(both sold separately).
FEATURES
Twist and turn while you learn! This fast-action math product teaches
core math skills for grades 1 through 6 with fun graphics and sound
effects. Twist to a game mode and jam to a cool musical beat. Hit the
SLAM button to enter your answer.
It’s easy to get started…
1. Add 4 AA batteries.
2. Turn on the product.
3. Enter your name.
4. Select a game mode.
5. Follow the prompts and
begin learning!
ENTERING YOUR NAME
The first time you turn on Turbo Twist ® Math, the host character
offers the option to enter your name.This enables Turbo Twist Math to
track your play and retain level and score information for future games.
How To Enter Your Name:
1. Activate device by pressing the On/Off button.
2. Unit offers two options: Press the SLAM button to enter name, or
press the UP arrow to play as a Guest (see below for details).
3. Press the SLAM button to activate the Enter Your Name mode.
A series of blank underscore symbols will appear on the screen.
4. Press the UP or DOWN directional arrows to make letters
appear in a blank. Press the SLAM button to enter the active
letter. Continue this process to enter all of the letters in your
name (up to 11 characters).
5. The LEFT and RIGHT directional arrows can be used to move
from one letter to another, allowing you to revise letters if desired.
6. When you are finished entering the Player Name, press the
GAMES button.
7.To confirm and begin using the Player Name, press the SLAM button.
Or, press the DOWN arrow to erase this Player Name and start
the Enter Your Name process over again.You can also press the UP
arrow to skip the Enter Your Name process and start playing
immediately as a Guest.
How To Play As A Guest:
You also have the choice of interacting with the unit as a Guest.To
avoid changing the main Player Name and level information, have
other player’s use the Guest mode.The Guest mode will erase all
guest score and level information once the unit is shut off.
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