Since our son turned 2 and since he was diagnosed with autism, we've always had an iPad just for him kept in a study "kids case" with a glass screen protector. We learned the hard way that sharing our iPad with him wasn't going to work. He's now 5 and is still non-verbal so the iPad is both an entertainment device and also a means to help him communicate with us, so it's really important in our house. Recently the old used iPad 3 we bought him died so I bought him a refurbished iPad Air 2.This case is specifically for an iPad Air 2, not the iPad Air. Here's what I like and what I don't:I looked at all the alternative "kid cases" available for iPad Air 2 and they don't have the features that drew me to this case in the first place or are otherwise obnoxious in some way. Here's what I wanted in a case:- I wanted a case that had handles on more than just one side that are the perfect size for little hands because my son likes to run around with this and sometimes hang it from cabinet and drawer knobs or hold it with two hands on either side while he rides in the car and watches videos. All the other kid cases for iPad Air 2 either have one handle, no handles or have two handles but are obnoxiously large and cartoonish, having feet, arms, a head or giant smiley faces imprinted on the back. No thank you. I wanted a case that would keep the device as slim and portable as possible and not add unnecessary girth or weight.- I wanted a case with a built in, easy to use kickstand on the back that wouldn't get in the way. I LOVE the kickstand of this case and it's really easy for my son to operate on his own which is a huge bonus. The viewing angle is great and it doesn't top over easily. The other kiddie case kickstands are not nearly this user friendly or sturdy and just add bulk.- I wanted a case that would leave open access to the charging and headphone ports without having to flip open some silicone flap. I hate those! Some of the kiddie cases that I was considering as options had those. I don't get it, if it's to protect from water or dust, if a kid is playing with it, they're either going to drop the whole thing in the toilet or not. Those little port plugs won't do a dang thing.This case is nearly perfect in my opinion! Here are the only things I think could be better:- The handles are angled slightly toward the rear of the iPad. That isn't a problem at all, but they would serve the iPad much better if they were angled IN, toward the screen. The reason is if this iPad were subjected to a significant face down drop or fall, the screen would likely be damaged. If the handles were angled in, they would protect the screen from a face down drop by holding it slightly above the ground.- The silicone is thick and soft which is great, but I think this case would be lighter and even more protective if it were made out of a slightly more rigid foam or material.- The corners are all well suited for shock absorption which is great, but the front and back are a little lacking.In summary, this case is not perfect, but pretty darn close! It's THE BEST ONE I FOUND for kids use with the iPad Air 2. The pros far outweigh the cons in my opinion and it's worth it to me to have the features I like and avoid the ones I don't. It is really well designed for the most part and as a parent of a special needs child for whom the iPad is more than just a toy, I really appreciate that! I sincerely hope this helps another iPad owning parent out there! I also loves that it comes with a screen protector. I already had a tech armor screen protector on so I can't speak to the quality of the one it comes with, but I will save it for later if we need it. The strap it comes with is a great feature as well! We haven't used it at all yet, but I think it's a really great idea! I DEFINITELY think you get what you pay for with this case and I can highly recommend it!I did NOT receive this item for free or at a discount.