We bought these for our then-six-year-old daughter last Christmas. She really loved them! After a while, she took a break from them. But unlike many other toys that have come and gone, she continues to get these bells out from time to time, and enjoys them like they are new again. The tone on these bells is a step up from some of the other inexpensive musical toys that I have seen, and are fun to listen to instead of annoying. They are a toy though - keep that in mind and you will be pleased.