My daughter (18 months) loved pushing regular shopping carts at the store but they aren't her size so we decided to buy this shopping cart for her.  She absolutely loves this cart!  We take it with us to the store so she can do her own shopping.  Yes, it's a bit big to lug to the grocery store and back home, but it definitely is worth the joy that she gets from being able to shop with Mom, Dad, and big sisters!  The basket is a nice size so if I'm just picking up a few items, I just throw them in her cart!