Melissa & Doug Caterpillar Xylophone Musical Toy For Toddlers, Ages 3+, Blue

For over 30 years, Melissa & Doug has consistently delivered innovative products that inspire open-ended thinking, encourage kids to see new possibilities, and offer Countless Ways to Play. Established more than 25 years ago, the company's vision is to Take Back Childhood - by giving children a true childhood with the space and freedom to explore their world, we provide them a path to realizing their full potential.

From classic wooden toys to crafts, pretend play, and games, Melissa & Doug products serve as a launch pad to ignite imagination and a sense of wonder in all children, so they can discover themselves, their passions, and their purpose.

One such creation is the Melissa & Doug Caterpillar Xylophone, a vibrant musical instrument that includes a complete octave of notes and self-storing wooden mallets, which double as the caterpillar's antennae. This rainbow-colored xylophone is a child's ideal first introduction to music, allowing them to explore simple music concepts through creative play.

Mallets in hand, children can become familiar with an octave, intervals, and rhythms, developing an appreciation for sound and music over time. The nifty wooden mallets store neatly in the xylophone itself, adding to the whimsical caterpillar-inspired design.

The Melissa & Doug Caterpillar Xylophone is a creative learning tool that helps kids develop fine motor skills and artistic expression, inspiring them to engage in screen-free, imaginative play. NBC News has even referred to Melissa & Doug as "the gold standard in early childhood play."

Recommended for ages 3 to 6 years, the Caterpillar Xylophone makes an exceptional gift for young music enthusiasts. To further enhance the hands-on, educational experience, you can pair it with the Melissa & Doug Wooden Beginner Recorder.

Whether it's classic wooden toys, crafts, pretend play, or musical instruments, Melissa & Doug products are designed to ignite children's imaginations, encourage them to explore new possibilities, and provide Countless Ways to Play - all in pursuit of their company's greater vision: to Take Back Childhood.

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