Now that's an intro!
a. Yes, mostly. Though it can lead to GAS (Guitar Acquisition Syndrome) which most likely will not be supported by SWMBO.
b. I think we all need that question answered!
c. You may surprise yourself, your daughter and SWMBO
d. Review some of the other threads, consult the Oracles (The same knowledgable and helpful names pop up in every thread, start with DingoBass and Wokkaboy) and read through the How to Section, you'll do fine.
e. Not sure if you can without having a specialist neck made, as I imagine (I don't know for sure) that the fret spacings will be different @DB, can you advise?

Above all, just have fun with it! At the very least you have a sanding assistant, that's a step up on the rest of us!