David,
I tend to disagree on one thing with you. If you buy any type of instrument spend a little money. The quality of tone produced from one of these instruments actually help to train the child ear to hear the pitches better. I am not saying that you should get the most expensive instrument but at least make sure it gives a precise pitch. Off pitch instruments can make you lazy, especially if you want to play an instrument like a trumpet, violin or fretless bass or even sing one day.
Spend a little more, get a lot more. MHO
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