This easel is advertized as easy to close up and store.  That is simply not the case.  In the picture you can see each wooden screw that is needed to hold the easel open, and attach the trays.  It does fold in half but the trays, marker, chalk, screws, etc. need to be stored elsewhere.
Also, my children have used the easel 3 times, for about 15 each, and already the white board is peeling and cannot be fully cleaned. The marker marks are there to stay.  This is the only chalkboard that I have encountered that cannot be washed clean with a wet cloth.
Both sides of the easel are magnetic, and it came with 4 magnets.  I guess it's going to be mostly for painting on paper.
Usually the name "Melissa & Doug" is synonymous with quality, however, I am disappointed with this purchase.
This easel is advertized as easy to close up and store. That is simply not the case. In the picture you can see each wooden screw that is needed to hold the easel open, and attach the trays. It does fold in half but the trays, marker, chalk, screws, etc. need to be stored elsewhere. Also, my children have used the easel 3 times, for about 15 each, and already the white board is peeling and cannot be fully cleaned. The marker marks are there to stay. This is the only chalkboard that I have encountered that cannot be washed clean with a wet cloth. Both sides of the easel are magnetic, and it came with 4 magnets. I guess it's going to be mostly for painting on paper. Usually the name "Melissa & Doug" is synonymous with quality, however, I am disappointed with this purchase.