http://www.dmc-usa.com/Mentor-Program-Login.aspxThis took several months to receive but DMC is offering free cross stitch kits.
They are on 14 count.
For girls younger than 11 I recommend buying some additional 6 or 8 count. The thread and needle from the kit can be used. 123 Stitch sold me 1/2 of their smallest cut of 6 ct - it was $7 including shipping for a 16 x 18 piece.
I made a small heart on graph paper for them to stitch first.
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My other tip is to open the kit, 1) thread the needles 2) make the first stitch with an anchor before class. Learn as I go.