The Raggedy Man is a percussion instrument used in folk music to tap out rhythms, often played with old-time string band music. More common names for this unique instrument are "Limberjack", "Ricki-tick" or "Dancing Dan". The realistic dancing motions produced by this little man are remakably similar to the actual "buck-dance", a pre-cursor to "clogging", both of which are popular dance styles in the Appalachian region. Because it is so easy to play, this little toy is a perfect "first instrument" for anyone wishing to be involved in folk music.