I don't know why but everyone in the house picks this up and plays with it. my four year old is always stealing it from his 16 month old sister. even my husband, all tattooed and pierced, was playing with the buttons and trying to make a tune. the music was enjoyable, cheerful sounds! the graphics are nice and sharp. I promise I'm not being paid for this review, lol. it was a compelling Christmas gift that held my daughter's attention longer than I expected. she will go out of her way to push buttons and dance a little step...