Really WWJD? I mean REally? 64megs of RAM, a 14" screen and Windows 98? What can you do with that, seriously?$216.05! Thank you.
http://computers.pricegrabber.com/laptop/p/13/sortby=priceA
I would buy one of these. Why? Because it does the basic stuff, and it is SOOO cheap when it gets dropped lost or stolen, I wont feel so bad.
I have a nice laptop, and a $50 one I bought from work. The $50 gets toted around the most.
Also, for kids sake, PLEASE install K9 Web security
http://www1.k9webprotection.com/
I just get the feeling that with these specs they aren't going to even be able to keep up with their internet connection.
Less hard drive space than an Ipod Nano? I dunno, I'd say it would be a mistake.