[Ryan Dognaux]

I'd say go ahead and get the Lego Mindstorms kit. Even if it's too complicated now, within the next few years it probably won't be too difficult. The programming interface is basic, there are only 3 motors to work with so you can make some pretty basic things that just drive around and such. This way your daughter will be familiar with the kit and will be prepared to join a Lego team in a few years. She won't have to worry about learning how to use the program or the kit because she will already know it. Again, I say go for it.