You haven't mentioned her age, which could imply her size. There's an abundance of nice 3/4 to 7/8 size acoustic and electric guitars available from many companies. Take her to Guitar Center to try some on to zone in on what's comfortable for her.
Unless she already plays, I would go for a tenor guitar or a baritone ukulele. The learning curve is not as steep. Its important to get the first three chords down right away or else the student will lose interest.
When I was about 8 or 9 I got a "Hondo" guitar for Christmas. Neck like a baseball bat and action probably high enough to play with a slide.
I think that piece of junk kept me from wanting to learn for a least ten years!!
The best kids' guitar. With a Loog and its accompanying app, children and beginners can learn to play songs on day one, feeling rewarded and encouraged to keep on playing and learning.
I’d probably just give them a cap and let them pick something that doesn’t have a Floyd Rose trem on it. Students are going to want to play a guitar they picked more than a guitar picked for them.
I’d also recommend an electric guitar. They’re easier to play with lighter strings and less pressure required and there is zero point in making it more difficult to learn.
If you’re looking for a specific recommendation, I’m a big fan of the LTD M-50. It’s a barebones guitar that’s built like a tank, with a thin neck and low action to make learning guitar easier. It’s got everything a new player needs and nothing that will trip them up. It’s also very affordable without looking cheap.
