A timeless toy, played with since antiquity, the rattle was long invested with magical properties that have since been lost. 

In essence, it must be easy to grip, not be too heavy, make a noise when shaken, and have no sharp angles that might hurt the baby. From these basic criteria, a multitude of variations have evolved. 

The twentieth century saw a revolution in this familiar object, thanks to the new theories of child development that inspired designers.

This book presents the most imaginative rattles of this era, and explores the unprecedented creativity in the design and diffusion of early-learning toys.

Dimensions: 15cm x 24cm

128 pages

Bilingual French and English text