My granddaughters (ages 7,4 and 2) all play together in the sand table and love every minute.  We put play sand in both sides and bought some inexpensive kitchen gadgets at the dollar store. We added water as needed to make the sand stick.  You will probably need a couple of little chairs when children tire of standing.  The top is easy to put on and take off....children can to it themselves. The umbrella seems sturdy and easy to raise and lower.  This is a great imaginative gift for any child.