It took me a while to find blocks in this size, most I found online were only 1 inch in size, not as much fun as these classic blocks.  My 3 year old loves making walls, and staris, and houses and "zoos" with them. My 1 year old is learning to stack with them,  and loves the box they came in and putting the blocks back in it.  Great simple toy that helps kids use their imagination to create something.  Have not seen any chipping or fading paint...and these block have been thrown across the room.