I need to ask...

1. How much light/sun does the shelves get?
it is next to a window but probably does not get direct sunlight.

2. How much space is above the second shelf?
about 18 inches

3. Are you looking for am easy-to-care houseplant?
that sounds good for a beginner

4. Are you looking for something vining? flowers? colors?
i'm open to anything.

5. Plants, even the easy ones, need some care. Are you willing/able
to give some care? (If not, get an "air fern"--it requires no water,
is dead but looks good.)
heh, i'm willing to do some watering. I have a 4yr old that I think
would enjoy it.

thanks for any advice,

Dave