Must say this was the biggest hit EVER in my classroom! try and start school year (5th graders) with something fun & educational. well this will be my annual tradition now. students went absolutely bonkers!! had enough for almost 3 classrooms..but some escaped-lol..and some are more active than others..so best is a couple beans for each student. Was pondering ordering the plastic cases, but less plastic always seems better choice. Great value…thank you!!