Our active 6 year old grandson loves to jump and bounce. We bought him a similar small ball like this when he was 2 and felt he had outgrown it. This ball is way too big for him. Putting less air in it, doesn't help with the large handle he has to still try and hold. The ball was covered in an oily film, and even after washing it with soap and water, it felt weird. I was very disappointed and I am sure it will be in the next garage sale.