One idea worthy of consideration is a label which has no words. This
works very well for simple interactive elements. A pen and ink drawing
can illustrate very quickly the fundamental interaction between visitor
and apparatus. If this label is on a hinge or pivot you can have words
intended for the adult friend of the child underneath.

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> From:         Killeen, Scott
> Reply To:     Museum discussion list
> Sent:         Monday, 16 February 1998 5:02 PM
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> Subject:      Labels for children
>
> As part of an in-house workshop I am researching different approaches,
> both successful and unsuccessful, used in developing labels for
> children
> . Findings and the discussion generated from our workshop will help
> inform policy documents and our own approach to labels for children.
>
> Do your children's labels work? Why do you feel they are un/success?
> When do you use them? What would you do better next time?
>
> I would greatly appreciate any information you may have, and any
> experiences and lessons, either good or bad, which you are willing to
> share. Any references would also be greatly appreciated.
>
> I would be happy to report back to the list or those interested.
>
> Kind regards
>
> Scott Killeen
> Project Officer
> Children's Museum
> Museum Victoria
> Australia
>