Anonymous wrote:I let my kid start with a boar bristle brush that I bought at the drug store. It doesn't completely work out every kink but it's easier than trying to get a comb through.
You also might find success with one of these:
http://www.goody.com/Products/Styling_Tools/TangleFix_-_Brights?colId=cd08de84-95c8-43ae-bc4f-4602c4d08362&c_id=35a36c88-d359-4104-a53c-dfbfd8452780
Do not do this. It will stretch and tear the hair.
If you absolutely must have a combo, get a good leave in conditioner for after. You're going to want it before you let her try combing.