The material is strong, durable, water resistant, and does not need lamination. Flower clocks on the front go by hours, big flower in the middle to draw out the time. Ladybug clocks on the back go by 5's with the hours changing. Heavy duty double-sided surface for fun and colorful learning on both sides. Write-on/wipe-off surface. Use with dry erase or water based markers and washable crayons. Each side is an interactive lesson. Mat measures 12" x 17".