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Hi Rowland.
In starting off with the very basics, it would be prudent to learn the constellations via the key stars, etc, and learn your way around.
Having said that, a scope that is easy to use and that a child will probably grow up with would be a garden variety 8" dob.
No go-to, just point and look with a planisphere on hand, a detailed map to confirm, and a notebook to record it all!
I hope this helps!
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