I first saw one of these when my sister and brother in-law bought one for their daughter. I LOVED it, even though I don't have kids. So when my sister in-law asked for one for her daughter, I was so excited to buy it for her. It allows kids of all ages to get up and be hands on at the kitchen counter or other areas of the house. It allows them to be part of what you are doing and it makes them feel special. I love my little nieces and love that they want to be around their mom's in the kitchen.