We have been lucky enough to have a couple of warm, unseasonable days that allowed us to put this set together. There are a LOT of parts, which isn't unusual since it's precut and requires just assembly. I will say that while this is a good starter playset, the picture is a bit misleading. I would only recommend for younger kids, probably up to 5 or so. Also, 2-3 kids at a time would be the max I would put on there. So if you're looking for a set for your toddlers or younger kids, this isn't a bad one, but I wouldn't plan on it for the duration of your children's play time.