I think it is a great thing to introduce to your child. Here is the thing though….alot of people are always worried about the mess that comes along with it…that is ok. Let your child make a little mess. As long as they are not doing it on purpose then what is the harm. It is find as long as you also teach them to clean up. That is very important. Help them clean up but show them how and start them with this early. Otherwise they will never clean up and sometimes certain things have a special clean up process. Have fun!!!