When you teach a kid to fish, try to avoid using adult tackle. Instead, use the best quality kid’s gear you can find because it is usually designed for their hands and is more user-friendly.
Adult ultra-light spin and casting kids fishing reel and rod are a good, durable choice for young anglers. They are easy for kids to hold and are relatively tangle free. Best of all, they make even a small perch feel like a whopper to a kid.
Go with a combo with a soft tip which will be easier to cast. Make sure the reel handles 4-pound test line well and has a smooth drag. Start a kid right with decent, functional tackle – anything less performs poorly and invites discouragement.
When using a bobber for kids, keep in mind that for best results you want the bait to hang about halfway between the surface and the bottom. If you’re not sure how deep the spot is, set the bobber for 4 feet. If the bobber rests on its side, the bait is on the bottom. Shorten the distance between the hook and the bobber.