All Montessori toys not only promote independence for a child, but allows a child to learn specific learning goals through a set task.
A child will learn that once an object, shape or person disappears from site, it does not mean that they do not exist. One of the most important milestones for a child to learn early on within their first year.
This is great from 6-8 months + a child should be able to sit up for this activity.
Must be supervised at all times due to smaller pieces and choking hazard. Although pieces are bigger, it is not recommended to leave a child unattended.