Abstract: Aspects describe a multifunctional apparatus that provides both educational and entertainment value. The multifunctional apparatus can be a meal plate that comprises a stationary base unit that contains a motor that rotates a platform on which the meal plate is attached. Stationary base unit can also cause the meal plate to vibrate. Stationary base unit comprises means for producing audio output communication and/or visual signals. Controls can be operated through interaction with stationary base unit and/or a remote control device. The meal plate can be interchangeable, wherein a multitude of meal plates can be utilized with a single stationary base unit. The multifunctional apparatus can utilize technology that can synchronize an object, such as a meal plate, with the base.