This simple manipulative toy was so attractive to our testers mainly because the concept is so old fashioned and satisfying. There is no right or wrong way to play with this sewing toy, just thread the blunt wooden needle through the wooden apple from one hole to the next, pulling the yarn with you as you go. It was quite remarkable watching parents and children alike peacefully threading their way until they ran out of yarn and then just as calmly undo it and start again. Parents noted their own positive reaction and remarked how their children responded similarly.