...at a classic price...These blocks are painted well(not really sure what to make of the lead paint assertion)...Also, they're quite smooth with no rough surfaces or edges...A definite must for those little creative minds because you really never know what the blocks are going to end up becoming...Sometimes, you'll get a building...Next time, you might get a spaceship or a hot dog...They keep my kids busy for longer than other toys which are more specific in nature...I also bought the 60 pc. set, which has large and chunk pieces, to compliment this set...All in all, a quality toy at a reasonable price that won't end up in the garbage.

Bought these blocks as a gift for our 2 year old boy. He loves the blocks but he's not at the developmental stage yet to work with smaller blocks and balancing them. He is very interested in them, however. And the different colors are attractive. As well, it inspires conversations about colors while building structures. I have no regrets about buying these blocks and I think they're a great toy to have. I would recommend, however, the Pottery Barn blocks if you think your boy/girl might have trouble stacking and balance. I went to many toy stores before settling on both types of blocks (the PB blocks and the M&D blocks) and think these are the best of their type. Of course there are larger sets of blocks but if you're not looking for a massive collection of blocks, this is a good start.

This is a very educational toy fol kids under five years of age. They can build and be creatitive, as well as use their motor skills.

This is a great set, it looks very durable. My daughter is getting them for her bday so I can't say much about the paint I have read some mixed review, but it seems pretty durable.

We are grand parents from the pre-computer, pre-video game era, when a carboard box became a puppet theatre and a sheet over a couple of chairs became a tent on a jungle safari. Wooden blocks leave it to the child's imagination as to what he or she can create. The Melissa and Doug products are naturally simple wooden shapes. The craftsmanship is excellent and the blocks will last for years (requiring no upgrades or patches!).

Melissa and Doug 100 Piece Wood Blocks Set
Great addition to the basic 60 piece set. Kids may be more attracted to the bright colors, but adults will appreciate the artistry of the plain wooden blocks.

I ordered these blocks to occupy my 3 year old grandchild when she visits, and she loves them. Her 11 year old sister and her father also play with them! I would love to find other classic toys for this bunch.

Grandma Carolyn

I purchased this after reading the good reviews. I normally like Melissa & Doug quality. However, these blocks have some issues.
The paint comes off. It will come off on your tables, walls etc if the child rubs the block on a hard surface. They are fine to play with on carpet, but it's kind of hard to stack blocks on carpet. I let my son use the lid of a big storage container to build on & it is marked with paint from the blocks.
I am just hoping M&D tested these for lead. My kids are past the oral stage, but I still watch them with these blocks to make sure they don't go in their mouths.
The second problem is my children just aren't interested in them at ages 3 & 1.5. I dump them out, they play with them for 1 minute & walk away.
I am going to try Lincoln logs next :)
Every child is different with interests, so I can't really fault the toy. Still this toy was not a hit here & will be sold at yardsale

I am a melissa and Doug fan. I have purchased several of their toys for my granddaughter and have been very happy with each purchase. These blocks have great color and my granddaughter loves stacking and bulidng with them.

I called the company and they assured me that all Melissa and Doug toys are painted with non toxic paint and that they test often.

Not to be paranoid, but noticed these were made in China. Have these been tested for lead paint?

These blocks are great and look exactly as they do in the photos.

Of all the high-tech gadgets my kids got during Christmas, the toy they kept going back to was these blocks and another little block village set that I bought to go along with this one. Even the 13-year-old son of a friend got involved. Good toy that will keep interest!