the youth bow or gun, should be very familiar for the youth hunter by now. if they do not have a bow or gun specific for their size then go get one!
plan hunts now. each hunt is more critical than usual when taking kids hunting with you. a bad trip or two can quickly turn off the enthusiasm. summer is when you want to plan your youth hunting scout areas that are not too far off the trail and have little hunting pressure. consider if you will be hunting from a stand or blind and be prepared with several locations within walking distance so you can move as patience wears. 