The Learning Journey: Little Tunes Tambourine | Early Learning Music & Melodies | Toddler Toys Electronic Musical Hand Held Light up instrument | Mind Building Musical Learning Toy | Fun Sound Effects Little Tunes Tambourine features eye-catching colors and four play modes. The Little Tunes Tambourine is a safe at-home or on-the-go toy and is a great gift for both BOYS and GIRLS ages 12 months and up. Four play modes, bright colorful light up buttons, fun sound effects, on/off/volume button, easy grip handle, and an auto shut off feature. Requires three AA batteries (demonstration batteries included. *NOTE: sealed package, so we don't know condition of these batteries.* EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS – Introduces music to young minds. Creatively builds tactile, motor, thinking, and learning skills SUPPORTS DEVELOPMENTAL SKILLS - Improves FINE MOTOR SKILLS and DEXTERITY. Supports LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT. Builds CONFIDENCE and boosts SELF-ESTEEM through play. Aids COGNITIVE function through pattern and sequence recognition SAFETY - All Learning Journey products are regularly safety tested and are in compliance with all domestic and international toy safety regulations AWARD-WINNING PRODUCTS –Fun fact: The Learning Journey has an extensive line of Award-Winning Educational Toys that have been tested by the most important panel of judges kids!