Knowing how you feel about the library loaner program, I'm loathe to suggest it, but it's an excellent choice in this instance. The parent checks out a 4-1/2" F/4 portable telescope from teir nearest county library. The whole family can enjoy the experience and the kid gets more than a taste of astronomy - free of charge. So if the kid is satisfied and not inspired, no harm no foul. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Utah Astronomy" <utah-astronomy@mailman.xmission.com> To: "Utah Astronomy" <utah-astronomy@mailman.xmission.com> Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2019 1:04:42 AM Subject: [Utah-astronomy] A child's interest Here's a question for the group: a friend has a seven-year-old grandson who wants a telescope and loves birds and stars. What's a good recommendation? Thank you, Joe Bauman _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Send messages to the list to Utah-Astronomy@mailman.xmission.com The Utah-Astronomy mailing list is not affiliated with any astronomy club. To unsubscribe go to: http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Then enter your email address in the space provided and click on "Unsubscribe or edit options".