Oh yes, it is a joy to teach my little ones, too! 7yo DGS and 5 yo DGD. I started off like you, teaching them about the parts of the machine, safety, etc. Then they both sewed some strips together with 1/4" seams....muchl better than I can do. Then they were ready for a "project". My DGD made a Barbie pillow and stuffed it herself. My DGS spent a lot of time picking out his fabric (he's that way about everything...LOL) but Mommy came to pick him up before we could sew. It's waiting for him when he comes back!!