We use Africa's best kids organics detangling lotion as a daily moisturiser (after a little spray of water just before combing) and find it really good for both children, one with ultra thirsty tight ringlets and one with large soft curls. You can get it from Paks on Rye Lane. For washing - both we wash no more than once a week, usually every 10 days or so. For the tight dry curls we never use shampoo, conditioner can dislodge dirt whilst not stripping the hair. We then smother in a very rich conditioner, comb through and leave in. For the less dry large curls we've found it OK to use a gentle cleanser type shampoo. Curly Q is a really nice kids range and I found this sight http://www.curls.biz/curly-q-hair-products-for-kids/ really useful for a lot of information and ideas. Nowadays (age 7 and 4) I am getting a bit more confident at having a look round Paks and choosing a few things to try, which tends to be less expensive. They also have spray bottles and combs with nice widely spaced teeth (feel the ends to see if they're nicely rounded). Have fun!