The best thing about this game are the graphics.  Unlike many other games out there the illustrations are really adorable and astheticlly pleasing.  But, like many games out there, the age grading is incorrect. The box says clearly the game is for pre-schoolers, but my 4 year old son can't possibly follow the track by himself.  My 1st grade daughter is really getting a lot out of it though.  Following the track to 100 is much easier for her and slightly educational as well. It's fun to play together, but Mom has to be there with the kids to help.  Since I purchased the game to have something fun to do as a family, I have no problem sitting there showing my son how to count and where to put his game piece.  If you want something for your pre-school age child to do independantly, then look elsewhere.