I think the concept is good, but is way above a 12 month old to do.  I got it thinking it would be a good activity for my baby to do when she is expected to sit quietly and I can pay attention to what I need to (ie. in church, class, etc.).  But, she is clueless and can't do anything with it unless I actually do it with her (therefore distracting me).  My three year old had more fun with it, but thought it was most fun to take all the pieces off and instantly created a lost and found game for mommy and daddy!  She was able to finally put it all back together except for the snaps, which were very hard to snap (I even struggled to get them resnapped). Also, even though this is a very nicely made product, I was very disappointed for what I got compared to the price we payed!!  Granted, there is a lot of work involved in making one of these, but $25.00 (plus shipping) is a bit steep!  I returned this item and bought a nice big floor toy with much more activities my baby is able to do and have fun with (although, not quiet.  I guess we'll have to find another way to accomplish the "quiet").  Anyway, if you want to pay the price, this would be a nice book for your 2-4 year old.
I think the concept is good, but is way above a 12 month old to do. I got it thinking it would be a good activity for my baby to do when she is expected to sit quietly and I can pay attention to what I need to (ie. in church, class, etc. ). But, she is clueless and can't do anything with it unless I actually do it with her (therefore distracting me). My three year old had more fun with it, but thought it was most fun to take all the pieces off and instantly created a lost and found game for mommy and daddy! She was able to finally put it all back together except for the snaps, which were very hard to snap (I even struggled to get them resnapped). Also, even though this is a very nicely made product, I was very disappointed for what I got compared to the price we payed!! Granted, there is a lot of work involved in making one of these, but $25. 00 (plus shipping) is a bit steep! I returned this item and bought a nice big floor toy with much more activities my baby is able to do and have fun with (although, not quiet. I guess we'll have to find another way to accomplish the "quiet"). Anyway, if you want to pay the price, this would be a nice book for your 2-4 year old.