Is the paint on the blocks non toxic? I am concerned about lead based or toxic paint because my child puts it in her mouth.

Melissa and Doug's official email responses posted by other inquiring parents neither confirm or denies but reiterates their commitment to constant testing and audit of their toys from their overseas production facilities. My main concern is their prior recalls in Canada for elevated levels of Barium which is a heavy metal. There was no recall in the US as our threshold is higher than the Canadian standard. To be fair recalls for any manufacturer across any industry are common and M&D now adheres to the stricter standard for the US as well, however, I have seen a fair amount of their toys with paint chip even after light usage. My own collection of toys for my 15 mo old have been retired as I do not want him ingesting any paint chip period. And their lack of response to my email inquiry after receiving a defective set has made me purchase other brands for my baby's toys.

What is the recommended age for this product?

@Gabi Yeah I was wondering why it said 2+. I was thinking why 2? Couldn’t it be way younger? I was/ am just confused.

What is the overall size?

The size of the wooden Cube is roughly between 5 3/4 and 6 inches.The shapes are roughly between 1 1/2 to 2 inches.Hope it helps

Where is this product made?

In the Product Details of the page, it says, "Origin: China." I don't know if that turns you off, but it definitely helped teach my 22-month old how to say "oval," "diamond," and "hexagon." Yes, hexagon! But he spends more time making towers out of the blocks than fitting the blocks in the holes.

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🧸 Timeless play, modern learning—because your toddler deserves the best start!

BUILT TO LAST SAFE - Crafted from premium, smooth-finished wood with non-toxic paint—designed for worry-free play and durability.
AWARD WINNING CLASSIC - Trusted by millions, this #1 parent-recommended toy sparks imagination without screens or apps.
TIDY PLAY EASY CLEANUP - Innovative sliding lid stores all pieces securely, making organization effortless for busy parents.
BOOSTS EARLY STEM SKILLS - Enhances spatial reasoning, problem-solving, and fine motor skills through interactive, trial-and-error learning.
ENDLESS SHAPE SORTING FUN - 12 brightly colored wooden shapes keep toddlers engaged longer with hands-on matching and sorting.

Melissa & Doug’s Shape Sorting Cube is a classic wooden educational toy featuring 12 colorful shapes and a sturdy cube with matching holes. Designed for toddlers aged 2+, it promotes shape and color recognition, fine motor skills, and early STEM learning. Made from durable, non-toxic wood with a convenient sliding lid for easy storage, this award-winning toy combines safety, quality, and timeless developmental play.

Specifications

ASIN	B00005RF5G
Age Range Description	2+ years
Best Sellers Rank	#8,929 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #156 in Sorting & Stacking Toys
Brand Name	Melissa & Doug
Color	Multicolor
Country of Publication	China
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 26,328 Reviews
Educational Objective	Developing shape recognition, problem-solving skills, and auditory stimulation
Global Trade Identification Number	00000772005753
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	14 x 14 x 14 centimeters
Item Type Name	Wooden Toys
Item Weight	1.4 Pounds
Manufacturer	Melissa & Doug
Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS)	360.0
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	36.0
Manufacturer Part Number	575
Material Type	Wood
Model Number	575
Number of Players	1
Operation Mode	Manual
Power Source	Manual
Set Name	1
Size	1 EA
Subject Character	Shape Sorting Cube Classic Wooden Toy
Supported Battery Types	No batteries required
Theme	Architecture
UPC	681147005709
Unit Count	1.0 Count

Reviews

S**.

Colourful, playful and very neatly made

I was a bit put off reading all the reviews on here, but I'm glad I made the purchase. I have found this product to be very neatly made, good quality - no paint rubbing off, no wood chipping off, no sharp edges, no rough sides. Its beautifully made, the shapes fit the slots very well and the fact that there are so many, just makes the fun last longer. My 2yr old is in love with it, he has been playing with it all day today and he has decided to take it to bed too, its keeping him company while he sleeps. He has been loving sliding shapes into the box or even just dropping them in emptying out the box all over again. he knows his basic shapes, so this has provided him with new vocabulary and a lot more shapes to learn. I'm going to take this on a 14hr flight with us, hoping it'll keep him engaged for sometime. Love how it looks and its pretty sturdy too.

6.05.2019

R**T

Rough edges

Not suitable for kids. The wood is not smooth enough. I bought this for my baby and unfortunately its just lying around as its really unsafe for her to play.

15.04.2026

R**R

gute Qualität und schnelle Lieferung

toller Würfel, gut verarbeitet, mein Enkel 1,5 Jahre ist begeistert

6.01.2026

V**A

Super bello e grande

Bello e ben fatto i giochi in legno sono molto più duraturi e se sono anche istruttivi ancora meglio io e la mia bimba di dieci mesi lo adoriamo!!!

21.03.2026

Y**H

Recommended

Made for extremely good material. 100% wood. I guess this toy helps babies of even 1.5yrs old to apply their brain.

28.07.2019

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Melissa & Doug Shape Sorting Cube – Classic Wooden Toy with 12 Colorful Shapes and Matching Holes – Hands-On Shape Recognition and Fine Motor Skills Learning for Toddlers & Kids Ages 2 and Up | MD575

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