We recv'd this as a gift for our girls birthdays (both are born in the same month.)  Our intent was to have it together when they woke up but we realized the construction would take some time.  The girls didn't mind.  They had a lot of fun helping Daddy put it together.  It is not difficult to assemble as others have said but it does take time.  The finished product is fun, functional, durable (I do also have little boys), and educational.  All the kids enjoy this kitchen.  Good find, good quality at a good price.