This isn't a high price item but it is sturdy and really helps in teaching children how to tell time. It is also a great item to bring along when going to the Doctor since it is all together (not a bunch of little pieces that can get lost) and will keep them busy while waiting. The pen writes and wipes right off the board. The hands turn easily enough for little fingers but with use (I admit it was a lot of use) they do get a little floppy so if you hold the board up, the hands fall to the 6:30 or thereabouts. Even so, for the price, it can't be beat!