I have to agree with the template. It was hard, in the beginning. Just too much to remember. It was easier to scrap lift something. This is what helped me:
goDigitalScrapbooking
I have PSE and was able to figure it out. It really helped getting me started. Then I just used trial and error along with asking A LOT of questions. Good luck t your DD and have her post her pages. I know we would all love to see them.