Is the paint on the blocks non toxic? I am concerned about lead based or toxic paint because my child puts it in her mouth.

Melissa and Doug's official email responses posted by other inquiring parents neither confirm or denies but reiterates their commitment to constant testing and audit of their toys from their overseas production facilities. My main concern is their prior recalls in Canada for elevated levels of Barium which is a heavy metal. There was no recall in the US as our threshold is higher than the Canadian standard. To be fair recalls for any manufacturer across any industry are common and M&D now adheres to the stricter standard for the US as well, however, I have seen a fair amount of their toys with paint chip even after light usage. My own collection of toys for my 15 mo old have been retired as I do not want him ingesting any paint chip period. And their lack of response to my email inquiry after receiving a defective set has made me purchase other brands for my baby's toys.

What is the recommended age for this product?

@Gabi Yeah I was wondering why it said 2+. I was thinking why 2? Couldn’t it be way younger? I was/ am just confused.

What is the overall size?

The size of the wooden Cube is roughly between 5 3/4 and 6 inches.The shapes are roughly between 1 1/2 to 2 inches.Hope it helps

Where is this product made?

In the Product Details of the page, it says, "Origin: China." I don't know if that turns you off, but it definitely helped teach my 22-month old how to say "oval," "diamond," and "hexagon." Yes, hexagon! But he spends more time making towers out of the blocks than fitting the blocks in the holes.

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🧩 Unlock your toddler’s genius with timeless wooden fun!

AWARD WINNING CLASSIC - Join millions of parents who trust Melissa & Doug, the gold standard in early childhood play for over 30 years.
BRIGHT 12 SHAPE CHALLENGE - Engage little minds with a colorful, easy-grip shape set designed to boost early cognitive skills.
SCREEN FREE SKILL BUILDER - Promotes problem-solving, shape recognition, and fine motor skills without a single screen in sight.
BUILT TO LAST PLAY AFTER PLAY - Crafted from sturdy wood, this cube withstands toddler enthusiasm and grows with your child.
PERFECTLY SIZED FOR TINY HANDS - A compact 6.3-inch cube that fits perfectly in little hands, encouraging independent play anytime, anywhere.

The Melissa & Doug Shape Sorting Cube is a compact, 6.3-inch wooden toy featuring 12 brightly colored shapes designed to fit through matching holes. Ideal for ages 2 to 4, it promotes shape recognition, problem-solving, and fine motor skills through hands-on, screen-free play. Built from durable wood, this classic educational toy is a trusted favorite for over 30 years.

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H**S

Amazing and Educational

My nephew loves it!

18.09.2025

J**R

Great Toy

Great toy! My Grandson enjoys stacking the blocks, sliding the lid and placing the various shapes in the correct hole.

24.09.2025

S**E

Love this toy~

Great toys for babies. Not a chocking hazard and fun to play with. It’s a traditional toy that help with fine motor skills. Would highly recommend this toy.

9.08.2025

A**O

Toddler Learning

Great educacional toy set. My son was absolutely entertained trying to make the shapes fit. It’s been a couple of months since received and it is still in great shape, the wood box and shapes are very sturdy, and the colors have not chipped away. Would definitely recommend.

14.03.2025

A**R

Great product. Lid stinks

The media could not be loaded. Love this activity toy. So much learning. Got one for my nephew and put it on my baby’s 1yr birthday list (just turned 1). She’s getting good at placing the shapes if you point where they go. The only complaint I have is that the lid has zero resistance. Just falls off if you tip it.

1.02.2025

H**R

Great toy

Not as easy as you think. 3-6. My students love it.

1.09.2025

A**R

A great learning toy

My great grand daughter loves this. She is learning her shapes and does a very good job on using it. Along with shaking the pieces inside and making noise.

13.09.2025

L**S

Toy

Smaller toy, but wonderful SUPERVIZED learning toy.

21.09.2025

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Item Weight	0.62 Kilograms
Item Dimensions	6.3 x 6.3 x 6.3 inches
Size	6.3 x 6.3 x 6.3
Material Type	Wood
Color	Multicolor
Theme	Farm
Operation Mode	Manual
Educational Objective	Developing shape recognition, problem-solving skills, and auditory stimulation
Power Source	manual winding
Number of Players	1

Melissa & Doug Shape Sorting Cube - Classic Wooden Toy With 12 Shapes

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