This game is GREAT for kids. Whenever Im around little girls, they love the makeup game. If youre getting this for your kids though, you will want to completely upgrade it. Otherwise, each makeup they press on that is locked will result in asking for an in app purchase. Then they get confused, ect. Its very easy for them to understand. You could show them the basics to begin, and then its simple from there. I would say this game would work well for 5+, or POSSIBLY 4+. If your not sure, you could even try it beside of them before you upgrade. See what they think about it, and how they work with it. Sometimes, its even easy to play yourself! I think its funny to try and make a circus lady, or an artsy acrobat. Lastly. If your comparing this game to other makeup apps, I believe this one is the best Ive seen. Its the simplest for kids, and the most detailed when it comes to makeup. Also, you dont have to worry about your kids being allowed to dress up the person in sexy clothes at the end of the game.