The balls made with little hands in mind. Get young children started on the right foot for a long and active life. These balls are soft and stingless, but have plenty of bounce. By removing the sting of a regular ball, you remove the child's fear of catching or being hit by a ball. Each ball bounces, handles and flies like the real thing. Colors may vary. Measures 8-1/2" long and about 5" diameter when measured around the center of the lacings of the ball.