This tympani-like drum with drumstick will develop children"s spatial perception, fine motor skills and auditory nerves. The drumstick has a rubber head to soften the sound.Playtime Ideas:Solid Drum is a fun way for children to explore rhythm and make music.This musical instrument is a great way to introduce children to the enjoyment of making music.Hitting different areas of the surface will create different sounds.Playing with Solid Drum will help develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, auditory skills, recognition skills & concentration. It also relieves stress.