Our handmade beautiful minimalist Unfinished Wooden Egg Shakers are made of beech, have been designed to be the perfect size for the comfort of your little ones hands to make as much natural noise as possible, they also help advance hand-eye coordination. We made it with no finish which is safer and more natural for young kids. Purpose: A fun and easy montessori rattle toy instrument for baby & toddler to learn the foundations of rhythm. Here at All Wooden Elements, we want to bring joy to both kids and adults, encourage slow living, as well as support children's developmental milestones. Age Recommendation: 1, 2, 3 year old kids Material: Beech Wood Size: 1.57"" wide x 2.36"" tall Please note that these are handmade and as such will have variations in colour, size, wood grain, and finish. You might find markings on wood which are completely normal, they are created during growth after the tree has absorbed different minerals from the soil and has deposited them in its wood.