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Sage advice from Suite101.com:
“Start simple!
If you've not had pets before then don't jump in with both feet. Goldfish are a good starter pet and easier still, sea monkeys. Encourage your child to feed the small critters every day and if he manages this without forgetting and can help too with water changes then he is on his way to learning the responsibility needed for a more exciting pet.”