bought this set for my 4 grandchildren, ages 3, 4, 5 and 6. My 3-year old is the only girl, and she loves making and dismantling her jewelry.* Through a few hours of play, she asked me once to help with snapping 2 pieces together, to me indicating the ease of fit. All 'beads' are smooth and brightly colored. The set is clearly made for even young children to manipulate....