I would suggest something that they are intimately familiar with, say maybe
an old computer or something similar. At least you could show them all the
components (Power Supply Motherboard, RAM, Processor, Disk drives, Floppy,
CD-ROM, Peripherals, Interfaces to USB, Power, etc.) I think they could
learn a lot if you do it right. Just make sure they understand that there
are lethal voltages inside most electronics so they should never try it at
home by themselves.

The only other thought is if you want to do "safe", try to stick with
something lower voltage such as battery powered hand held electronics (old
walkman, gameboy, etc.), but these are less interesting and are small and
sometimes more difficult to open up.

Good luck Please do let us know what you decide to do and how it goes from
the kids and parents perspectives.

Bob

"momwithtools" wrote in message
lkaboutelectronicequipment.com...
Thanks for all the responses. More warnings than encouragement,
unfortunately. Can anyone think of an appliance or electronic you would
recommend the children take apart? Maybe one you consider "safe"? Sounds
like TVs are definitely out of the picture (no pun intended!).

Thanks again for all the great responses!
Mom With Tools