I love this item. I bought it because it was plastic and I have a very active 15 month old daughter who bumps into everything and will climb on anything.  This was a perfect toybox/ bookshelf for her.  My only complaint is that she will climb up the front if the toybox lid is open.  Not every child will do this, but it's worth pointing out if you choose to momentarily leave your toddler alone in a room to play. Other than that, we've decided to find other Step 2 items to purchase for her!