The JumpStart Series is not new in the educational software arena but they are leaders in the field and for a very good reason. They have built on a solid foundation with various releases, always ramping up the features and learning experiences. Now, with interactive characters that talk with your child there are so many fun places to explore and play. Children will discover the fun of learning colors, numbers, the alphabet and more, with entertaining and engaging games. There are always loads of rewards, the kind of positive reinforcement that kids thrive on. For parents there are progress reports that identify the levels completed. Overall, parents felt very strongly that when it comes to early education software, JumpStart was where they would turn.