Fill the pad with your choice of liquid (water, gel, shaving cream, glycerin, etc.). Then, children use their fingers to guide the shapes through 1 of the activities shown on the 8 double-sided activity card. The focus is on hand-eye coordination, tactile development, visual stimulation, strengthening fine motor skills, and sensory exploration. Includes 4 different shapes - circle, square, rectangle, and triangle, each in 6 different colors. Weight helps children calm down and reduces anxiety when placed on a child's lap. Storage pocket in the back holds all 8 double-sided activity cards and provides a flat surface for use anywhere.