What is an ipod mini and why does my 11 year old want one?

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A - I feel unreasonable - christmas request.

Whoops! An IPAD mini.
IPAD.

It's an iPad, only smaller. He/she probably wants to play games and access the Internet on it.

Is it a reasonable present for an 11 year old? I thought touch screens rotted their minds?

Well I don't have an eleven year old, so can't really say. I know a lot of people say no way, but I can't see the harm myself as long as you have suitable controls on spending and properly supervised Internet access. Expensive though.

My dd got one at eleven,best thing she's had,used daily for YouTube,games,reading and learning songs for her keyboard.

It's a very good present for that age. She can access internet, have music on it , camera etc etc. very useful gadget.

I think the ipad minis are really good value.