Open for interactive learning activities including 26 letters, a write and erase board and games; letters can be plugged into the spaces to explore the alphabet Seven activities introduce letter names and sounds, writing, drawing and animals See the letters appear on the LCD screen, hear the letter name, an animal that begins with that letter and more Follow along on the writing board while Mr. Pencil introduces letter writing and turns the letters into animals you can draw Intended for ages 3+ years; requires 2 AA batteries; batteries included for demo purposes only; new batteries recommended for regular use Embark on a learning adventure with Mr. Pencil and the Mr. Pencil's ABC Backpack™. This one of a kind toy lets toddlers interact with the alphabet in awesome ways. Using the write and erase board, kids can practice letter writing and drawing with Mr. Pencil. The screen shows how to write each letter step-by-step and then shows how to turn each letter into animals. Inserting the 26 letter pieces into the letter spaces teaches the letter name, letter sound, an animal that begins with that letter and more. Little learners can play seven different activities and when they're done, the plastic backpack holds all the pieces inside. Clip the backpack closed and wear like a real backpack for learning on the go. Draw, learn and get going! Intended for ages 3+ years. Requires 2 AA batteries. Batteries included for demo purposes only. New batteries recommended for regular use.