There are kits made for young children. There are also very big needles without sharp points made for children that you can use with a project that use make up yourself. When I was teaching I used those needles and a project made out of felt for my young students. You can cut out a shape like a bear, a dog or some easy pattern and put holes around the outside show him how to thread yarn through the holes. After it is sewn together, it can be stuffed. The little ones loved doing those and the finished items. Have fun. :) Some kits are available at JoAnn and probably other craft stores, possibly even WalMart.