Rattles provide a source of stimulation for babies, they enjoy the makes-it sound, they make and follow the path of the rattle with their eyes, as well as a sense of discovery as they try to absorb and hold the rattle. Many rattles have a dual function, doubling as teethers as babies develop fine motor grasping. As their fine motor skills achieve better, they will learn to hold and shake their rattle in the air, boosting intellectual achievements.

Rattles provide a source of stimulation for babies, they enjoy the makes-it sound, they make and follow the path of the rattle with their eyes, as well as a sense of discovery as they try to absorb and hold the rattle. Many rattles have a dual function, doubling as teethers as babies develop fine motor grasping. As their fine motor skills achieve better, they will learn to hold and shake their rattle in the air, boosting intellectual achievements.