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It is not only huge as in big and tall but it is heavy. There is no possible way a petite 10 year old will be able to handle that by herself.
Please go to a local star party or dealership and find out what she can handle.
Too much of a telescope will be just as much of a problem as too little.
I am 5' 10' and I found observing with an 8" SCT difficult. Moving it was a challenge too.
I can use and move an 8" dob mounted reflector with ease and view while sitting down.
Look into a dob mounted reflector with GOTO and possibly tracking... it could answer all your needs.
Final thought, an 8" reflector will give a life time of observing and with all the accessories available it can be used in most areas of observing so while it is possible to outgrow it it is not a given that your daughter or your family will..
Brian
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