are the quills rubber or plastic?

The quills on mine are NOT rubber, but are a sturdy, hollow plastic. That being said, I'm sure a set of strong gums / teeth could make permanent indents in them because they are hollow. Each quill has a very tiny hole in each end (1.5 mm wide), probably for manufacturing purposes, but it's big enough that saliva or bathwater could get trapped inside and grow gunk if you aren't careful. Each quill is 3 5/8" long. The circular part that pokes into the hedgehog body is about 5/8" in diameter and slides 1" into the body. The ergonomic end for little fingers to hold is a 7/8" x 5/8" oval.

Is there a way to obtain replacement quills? We had emailed the listed address and the message was returned. Thank you!

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How long can it be used?

Love this toy my grandson does it over and over! Not only good for colors but also numbers and coordination

Is it good for travel?

Yes, the spikes fit into the shell for easy storage. If planning to use in a vehicle or airplane I would suggest a travel tray.

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🦔 Unlock Tiny Hands’ Big Potential with Spike!

COMPACT TRAVEL READY DESIGN - All 12 quills store neatly inside Spike, making it the perfect on-the-go learning companion for busy families and classrooms.
VIBRANT COLOR SORTING MADE FUN - Engage toddlers with bright, multi-colored quills that turn learning color recognition and matching into an irresistible game.
COUNT SEQUENCE PROBLEM SOLVE - Numbered holes encourage early math skills and logical thinking through hands-on, playful exploration.
TRUSTED BY PARENTS EDUCATORS ALIKE - Highly rated and Montessori-inspired, this toy supports independent play and developmental milestones from 18 months and up.
MASTER FINE MOTOR SKILLS WITH EVERY QUILL - 12 easy-grip quills designed to strengthen hand muscles and perfect the pincer grasp—essential for future writing success.

Spike The Original Fine Motor Hedgehog is a top-rated toddler toy designed to develop fine motor skills, color recognition, and early math abilities through interactive play. Featuring 12 colorful, chunky quills that fit into numbered holes, it promotes hand strength, coordination, and cognitive growth. Its compact design stores all pieces inside the hedgehog, making it ideal for travel and Montessori-style learning for children 18 months and older.

Specifications

ASIN	B078WM314M
Age Range Description	18+ Months
Best Sellers Rank	#272 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #5 in Sorting & Stacking Toys
Brand Name	Learning Resources
Color	Multi-color
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 54,717 Reviews
Educational Objective	Color Recognition
Global Trade Identification Number	00765023889048
Included Components	14 chunky, peg-shaped “quills”, and hedgehog’s
Item Dimensions	10 x 10 x 4 inches
Item Highlight	Fine Motor Skills Toys, Toddler Montessori, Sorting Sensory Toy, Kids Color Matching Toys, Sequences and Patterns Toy
Item Type Name	Spike the Fine Motor Hedgehog
Item Weight	22.68 g
Manufacturer	Learning Resources
Manufacturer Part Number	LER8904
Manufacturer Warranty Description	No Warranty
Manufacturer recommended age	18 months - 4 years
Material Type	Plastic
Model Number	LER8904
Number of Packs	1
Number of Players	1
Operation Mode	Manual
Power Source	Manual
Set Name	Spike the Fine Motor Hedgehog
Size	1 Count (Pack of 1)
Sub Brand	Spike The Fine Motor Hedgehog
Subject Character	Motor Hedgehog
Supported Battery Types	No batteries required
Theme	Toys And Games
UPC	765023889048
Unit Count	1 Count

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