Ipod software for kids?

Has anyone heard (or created) ipod software that simplifies the built-in software. For instance, software that would reduce the ipod to an oversized shuffle. This would be useful for my younger sister, that loves music and my old ipod but has trouble working the click wheel. Any thoughts?
PB 12 Mac OS X (10.3.8)

Hello Michael. The iPod Built-In Software is located in the firmware which is very difficult to edit. That is why you don't see a lot of programs for the iPod itself. I am sorry to say that there is no "iPod software for kids" If she has trouble navigating the iPod I would suggest disableing some Menus in the Settings section to simplify it.
Signed,
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