Thanks very much for this. When I posted my question, I considered adding a paragraph to the effect of "I know the obvious stuff such as 'do something that int

Thanks very much for this. When I posted my question, I considered adding a paragraph to the effect of "I know the obvious stuff such as 'do something that interests her already and show her how the computer can enhance / simplify / empower that thing'." I left it out because I wanted to leave the maximum scope for people's answers, and now I'm glad I did. I have to admit, the first time I read your comment I waved it off impatiently as "yes, yes, obviously that" but I'm glad I re-read it. I hadn't thought about the fact that her interests may be changing quickly and often, nor some of the other practical mental challenges that her age might bring like an attention span that is significantly different from day to day. Thanks for pointing that out -- I suspect you just saved both me and L a lot of dissatisfaction.