About this item HEIRLOOM QUALITY WOODEN TACTILE TOY: The wooden Natural Classic Baby Beads are strung together with polyester/rubber elastic, designed for tiny hands to reach for, grab, pull, twist, and rattle ֠an old fashion, hands-on toy that encourages babies to experience the tactile world around them while engaging their gross motor skills. SAFE FOR BABY TEETHING: Little ones want to put everything in their mouth. Our attractive and baby-safe wooden beads are an award-winning grasping toy that features all natural rubber wood beads, treated with baby-safe water-based acrylic lacquer that remains hardened. NATURAL WOODEN BABY TOY: The natural, sustainable wood Natural Classic Baby Beads are durable, functional and make an ideal baby shower gift. Additional tactile development features have been helpful for children on the autism spectrum. SAFETY RATED BABY TOY FOR 3 MONTHS AND UP: The Natural Baby Beads are safety rated for newborns 3 months and up but will be most enjoyed as soon as baby is able to reach, grasp and begin chewing with control; we recommend cleaning beads with baby-safe teether wipes (not included; follow factory's directions); beads should not be submerged in water, put in a sterilizer, steamer or microwaved. STANDING BY OUR BRAND: If you're reading this, you've found a safe toy from a real company and a brand that cares. Since 1978, Manhattan Toy has been a trusted source of imaginative toys for babies, toddlers and kids of all ages. All of our toys are rigorously safety tested and every toy has our 800 number with a dedicated customer support team to answer your call.