We gave this watch to our six-year-old girl once she had learned how to tell time.  For about two weeks, she would not take it off except at bath time (it is waterproof).  The wristband is easy to operate and has been dependable for us so far (we have had it for about a month); the band will loosen over time, so we do need to cinch it up occasionally.  The watch is attractive and keeps time accurately.  It ticks softly every second, which I think is a good way of learning about the passage of time.  There is a little flower that moves with the second hand -- very cute.  There are two rows of numbers around the watch -- one set of the 1 to 12 numbers and also an outer set of 5 to 60 (by fives).  This second set of numbers is what makes it so helpful for 'watch learners.'  I highly recommend it!