The idea clubs for a beginner would be perhaps a driver which has quite a bit of loft, about 10.5 - 12.5, with a regular shaft, this will help you get the ball airborne and also some offset on it to...
It all depends on personal choice, Fujikura, Grafalloy and Project X are probably the best on the market, but you should test a few to see which suits you best.
The 'best' clubs for kids are clubs that meet 3 criteria.
1) Must be light enough for the child to swing freely.
2) Must be short enough to promote a somewhat upright swing plane
3) Must be cheap...
I would have to say the bionic golf gloves are the best out. Once you put one on your hand you'll never want to go back to a normal glove. They're kind of expensive but you can get them for a good...