I have to agree with Li10up. Kids that age grow so FAST. It might be better to buy two cheaper cycles within a few years, and have them each fit her well as she grows, than having one expensive one that she outgrows quickly. She's too little to understand anything about brands anyway. What does she care whether it's a Giant brand or some other brand (as long as it has handlebar streamers, etc) ? I imagine there are plenty of lovely bikes that will work just fine for her at less than half the price. That's my two cents- not worth a heck of a lot but you asked for it.