I would think that playing with charm packs or other precuts would be a lot of fun...lots of potential for rearranging. How about a flannel-backed table cloth as a design wall, and teach her to use a camera to snap photos of her arrangements. I think using the machine would depend entirely on her level of maturity and her ability to listen and follow simple directions. Sewing those 5 inch charms would be a great way to start.