Hape’s Pound and Tap Bench with Slide-Out Xylophone is a best-selling musical toy designed for toddlers. Ideal for ages 12 months to 3 years, it allows children to explore different sounds and melodies by letting balls fall on the xylophone keys or by using a wooden mallet on the slide-out xylophone.Crafted from durable wood with well-polished surfaces and rounded edges, the Pound and Tap Bench is safe for play and built to last. Finished with non-toxic water paint in vibrant rainbow colors, it is designed to provide years of musical enjoyment. Multifunctional Musical Instrument: Toddlers can pound balls for xylophone sounds or pull out the keyboard to play solo. Fine Motor Skills Development: Enhances dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and cause-and-effect understanding. Establish Musicality: Encourages musical exploration, audio recognition, and play. Award Winning: Winner of the 2018 Cribsie Award for Favorite First Musical Toy, suitable for ages 12 months to 3 years.