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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;umtrr-author, post: 183137, member: 5719&quot;]I&#039;m speaking as the father of a six and a half year old daughter that is also a Young Collector.</p><p><br /></p><p>Yes, let her explore to find something that she likes that won&#039;t blow the budget.&nbsp; (Obviously searching through rolls is very inexpensive.)&nbsp;&nbsp; Don&#039;t discourage her saving up for a nicer coin.&nbsp; The &quot;treasure boxes&quot; at some coin shops can be a source of inexpensive world coins and circulated common US coins as well.&nbsp; Not all coin shops have them and sometimes attitudes can vary towards children, but there are some wonderful dealers out there.&nbsp; Ours is a keeper!</p><p><br /></p><p>Speaking of budgets, it would be a good idea to set a modest budget for coins for her.&nbsp; Don&#039;t discourage her saving up for a nicer coin.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p><p><br /></p><p>Coin shows can be a lot of fun and some of them are Really Nice with the kids.&nbsp; Thalia Elizabeth has gotten some nice freebies.&nbsp;&nbsp; If you are anywhere near Niagara Falls, Canada, consider taking your daughter to the CNA (Canadian Numismatic Association) Convention-- they have some terrific things going on for kids.&nbsp; Other regional meets have activities as well, but we can speak to the CNA first hand.</p><p><br /></p><p>You might check to see if there are any coin clubs in your area and whether they have an auxiliary club or events for Young Collectors.&nbsp;&nbsp; Those are usually a great source </p><p><br /></p><p>Finally, this is a great place to visit and get advice too <img src="styles/default/xenforo/clear.png" class="mceSmilieSprite mceSmilie8" alt=":D" unselectable="on" unselectable="on" />.</p><p><br /></p><p>Enjoy, and glad to have you![/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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