My daughter had one of these when she was little, and now this is for her son.  It is a GREAT toy, but it is nearly impossible to put together.  I have put many things together in my life, but this wa rediculous.  The printed instructions are useless, and I had to watch the video to get it done.  That wasn't that great either, but it saved me. Surely there has to be a better way or have it asseembled further in the box.