Two questions: is this simple enough for an 8 yr. old with no experience?
613014
Yes I bought this for my daughter this year for her 7th birthday. She did not have any experience with latch hook and she was able to do it.
1168536
Yes its excellent for an 8 year old. I bought it for my daughter and although she was 11 she was also a beginner. Her band teacher said it was perfect. So yes its good for an 8 year old.
1914670
It is geared toward younger kids, the games would be too easy for an 8 year old. I think all of them max out at 8 for the age range, (many are 4-6 year old, and some are 5-8). The game system would probably interest them for a few hours or days max.
1398341
Yes..its very simple. 1 or 2 things take some finesse but took 25 min by myself with 2 kids getting in the way to play with thre parts. My wife did the stckers.
1268403
I can't really do a comparison, and have to admit I have little experience of seven year olds either. I bought this machine a few months ago. I can say that it was very easy to set up; bobbin winding and threading were very straightforward. The machine's sewing speed is relatively slow which I think would be a good feature for a child learning. The machine will not run away with her as some of the full size zippier machines can. I think she would also like the size. It would be easy for her to move around herself. It should certainly be adequate for anything she is likely to be undertaking for quite a while. So I could definitely recommend this as first machine for a child.
1834478
It is easily moveable and my 7 year old uses it all the time! Yes, an 8 year old can use it.
2124128
I am using the one here that is being shown, and I am not having to much of a difficult time using it and I am in my 60's. I am sure that the 8 year will have no problem with it once he learns how to use the remote.
1842628
yes it is suitable for an 8 year old. we played it with my granddaughter. and she is 8 yrs. old. She loved playing it. The more people that play the more fun it is.
828355
Honestly, my 4 year old uses it and he probably could have used it when he was 3 with no problems! May actually be too small for an 8 year old.
1351485
The games would probably not be challenging enough for a very bright 8-year-old; my 7-year old finds it a little too young. This is best for kids 2-6, in my opinion. As far as a handheld for under $100? The DS is a good suggestion; I would wait for a lower priced "adult" tablet to come out.
1267190
I believe this is more appropriate for younger children. I bought it for my 2 & 5 year olds last year. They loved it, but the now-6 year old only has slight interest in it by now. Also, the average 8 year old might find the size a little small (but most kitchenettes I've seen in the stores are all about this size and age level).
1153805
Yes, the concept of the game is fairly simple and it is a collaborative game versus a competitive one. I would put the bottom age range at about 8 years old, whom should be able to easily pick up the rules and what to do
1352639
I have a small 8 yr old girl and it is good. She wanted to do tricks. And I knew her dad would be showing her so I tried to find something that would stand up to him and be small enough for her. If he is active, I would say yes.
1975150
Depending on your childs ability. I do think an 8 year old could eventually master the controls, but I think it is a little advanced for an 8 year old. I bought it for my 13 year old and it took him a little bit to master the training level and is now struggling to master the speed setting. I hope this helps.
680287
It sort of depends on the modelling talent of the 8 year old. If he/she is a typical one, I would say no unless you help by doing all the work. This model requires advanced modeling skills and I suspect would be a huge challenge for an 8 year old. Of course, you could buy it and stash it for 5 or 6 years. In the interim, look for a less complex model. There are several available so best to check a couple of stores (on-line or face to face). Good luck.Clyde
1060070
Very easy. My 5 year old was able to do it by himself. My 2 year old could do it with some help. Just takes a minute or two.
1038377
It is simple enough for an 8 year old if you go over everthing with them concerning different setting first and yes it comes with a battery charger as well as connections for pc