Want one of these for the office. Are the peg heads large enough to fit little photos of my co-workers?

That's hilarious! Peg heads are just barely an inch or so. I think they would need to be very small photos.

what is the age recommendation?

I allow ages 2 and up; however, to prevent the really young ones from smacking each other over the head with the mallet, I drilled a hole in the handle of the mallet and in the corner of the table and attached a string just long enough to reach the pegs. That is something the designer should have thought of.

Why is this toy listed in the 12-18 month category, but there is a huge warning saying it's not meant for kids under 3 years??

I have no idea- I bought this toy for my 12 month-old and she loves it!! At 15 months she is still interested in it but I think she may get bored with it by the time she's 2. Maybe the warning is because of the little hammer?

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🔨 Tap into timeless fun and skill-building with every pound!

PERFECT TODDLER GIFT - Designed for ages 2-4, it’s the go-to developmental toy that stands out in any playroom or nursery.
SCREEN FREE SKILL BUILDER - Boosts fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and early cognitive development through hands-on pounding fun.
TRUSTED CHILDHOOD CLASSIC - From the gold standard brand Melissa & Doug, with 18,000+ glowing reviews—join the community of smart parents who choose quality.
TIMELESS WOODEN CRAFTSMANSHIP - Built to last with premium solid wood for enduring play and eco-conscious parents.
ENGAGING COLOR SMILE PEEKABOO - Non-removable pegs pop up and down revealing friendly faces, sparking curiosity and joyful interaction.

Melissa & Doug’s Deluxe Pounding Bench is a high-quality wooden preschool toy featuring colorful, non-removable pegs that pop up and down with a friendly smile. Designed for toddlers aged 2 to 4, it promotes fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and color recognition through engaging, screen-free play. Crafted from durable solid wood and paired with an ergonomic mallet, this classic developmental toy is a trusted favorite with over 18,000 positive reviews.

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ASIN	B004NCEL4M
Age Range Description	Kid
Best Sellers Rank	#4,923 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #3 in Hammering & Pounding Toys
Brand Name	Melissa & Doug
Color	Multicolor
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 18,423 Reviews
Educational Objective	To develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, color recognition, and cognitive abilities in toddlers preschoolers.
Global Trade Identification Number	00000772044905
Included Components	wooden pounding bench, mallet
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	10.25 x 5.3 x 5.3 inches
Item Type Name	Developmental Toys
Item Weight	0.1 Kilograms
Manufacturer	Melissa & Doug
Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS)	48
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	24
Manufacturer Part Number	4490
Manufacturer Warranty Description	No Warranty
Material Type	Wood
Model Number	4490
Number of Players	1+
Operation Mode	Manual
Power Source	manual winding
Size	10.0 x 5.0 x 4.2
Subject Character	Doug
Supported Battery Types	No batteries required
Theme	Toy
UPC	681147005747 000772044905
Unit Count	1.0 Count

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