VTech has designed a first ball toy that is perfectly suited for the suggested age. It’s simple design is colorful, fun and provides young babies with just the right amount of interactive play. The ball is soft and plush yet maintains its shape even after the considerable use that toys get in our testing centers. VTech wisely added tabs and loops which are a great way to help younger babies grab on and pull the ball. The design features numbers, colors, and animals. There are fun sounds that are triggered by your child’s touch. The sensor is sensitive enough that babies can initiate the sound effect without a parents’ help. Parents noted that the volume is not too high, the recordings are quick, and the sound effects appeal to young children. The push button on the top easily starts the recorded sound as the ball rolls one side or the other. The button is large so that babies can soon learn to push the button on their own.