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Shutter Island (2010, Rated )
Parents Need to Know...

that Shutter Island is based on a novel by Dennis Lehane, whose other books were made into the adult mysteries Mystic River (2003) and Gone Baby Gone (2007). The story involves a U.S. marshal (Leonardo DiCaprio) with a haunted past who is ... read more

Shutter Island
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Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010, Rated )
Parents Need to Know...

that this fantasy adventure is based on Rick Riordan's hugely popular children's book series following Percy Jackson, the half-mortal son of Poseidon. Directed by family-film master Chris Columbus, the mythology-steeped adaptation should ... read more

Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief
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Valentine's Day (2010, Rated )
Parents Need to Know...

that this ensemble romantic comedy from director Garry Marshall, which stars everyone from Julia Roberts, Jennifer Garner, and Anne Hathaway to Taylor Lautner and Taylor Swift, follows 10 Los Angeles residents as they make their way ... read more

Valentine's Day
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New Game Reviews

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Dante's Inferno (PSP, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3)
Parents Need to Know...

Dante's Inferno is a very violent, gory game meant only for adult eyes. Using a scythe and Holy Cross, players can lop off heads, dismember enemies' limbs, and literally split foes in half. Prepare to see plenty of blood spewing from ... read more

No Kids
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BioShock 2 (Windows, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3)
Parents Need to Know...

that BioShock 2 is an extremely violent shooter with several adult elements, including profane language, suggested sexuality, and excessive use of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol. The player’s character kills enemies in decidedly bloody ... read more

No Kids
BioShock 2
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Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi)
Parents Need to Know...

that Percy Jackson and The Olympians: The Lightning Thief is a role-playing/fighting game based on the movie of the same name and the first book in the Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series. While the game has kids read about the story, ... read more

Age 11+
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New Website Reviews

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You Wouldn't Want to Be a Roman Gladiator!
Parents Need to Know...

that despite the jaunty drawings, the content realistically depicts and describes the subject matter. read more

Age 12+
You Wouldn't Want to Be a Roman Gladiator!
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GirlZone
Parents Need to Know...

that this somewhat dated Web zine for girls offers articles on health, beauty, fitness, fashion, money, life, and more. There's a strong emphasis on developing a positive body image, and there's nothing on the site you wouldn't want your ... read more

Age 13+
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FashionFantasyGame
Parents Need to Know...

that although the site's "rulz" insist that no swearing, bullying, or personal information is allowed, the site isn't monitored 24-7. But moderators check in from time to time, and violations can be reported to the site. Girls can also ... read more

Age 13+
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New TV Reviews

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Chocolate News (Comedy Central)
Parents Need to Know...

that this edgy newsmagazine parody offers frank, pointed social commentary about African-American urban popular culture. The show's mock news stories and comedy sketches are full of strong language (including the occasional unbleeped use ... read more

Age 15+
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Stylista (CW)
Parents Need to Know...

that the biggest concerns in this reality competition series are an obsessive focus on fashionable brands and an overall message that says style trumps substance. Looks are essentially everything, and the show practically serves as a ... read more

Age 13+
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3rd Rock from the Sun (Syndicated)
Parents Need to Know...

that this '90s sitcom looks at life on earth from a unique point of view. There's a bit of racy content -- expect some sexual innuendo (most of which will go over the head of younger viewers), some hugging and kissing, and, in later ... read more

Age 14+
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New Book Reviews

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Friend Is Not a Verb by Daniel Ehrenhaft
Parents Need to Know...

that there's a mystery at the center of this book: Hen's sister Sarah has been missing for a year, and she's a fugitive when she returns (though her crime is not a violent one). Other than that, there's nothing too alarming here: Hen's ... read more

Age 13+
Friend Is Not a Verb
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This Means War by Ellen Wittlinger
Parents Need to Know...

that this book involves a series of challenges between a group of neighborhood boys and girls. Some of the challenges involve risky behavior, like jumping from a high tree or shoplifting. During the final challenge, the neighborhood ... read more

Age 10+
This Means War
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The Popularity Papers by Amy Ignatow
Parents Need to Know...

that there isn't much to worry about in this sweet book. There's a little talk about boys and crushes ("If he's your boyfriend, you have to kiss him," Julie writes to Lydia). There's also some minor discussion about the girls' ... read more

Age 9+
The Popularity Papers
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New Music Reviews

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All Around Ralph's World by Ralph Covert
Parents Need to Know...

that this artist wrote the "Potty Dance" song, which is featured in a Huggies diaper campaign and commercial: "Ditch the diapers and do the potty dance." The album encourages kids to take a journey with their ... read more

Age 3+
All Around Ralph's World
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Rebirth by Lil Wayne
Parents Need to Know...

that because of the constant use of profanity, this album is definitely a no-go for kids. That's probably not a big surprise, but with less sexually explicit themes and more emotionally introspective tracks, it might seem like this is a ... read more

No Kids
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Who I Am by Nick Jonas & the Administration
Parents Need to Know...

that on his first solo foray, Nick Jonas shows his growing maturity, displaying an introspective side that takes a more serious approach to problems like difficult romantic relationships. Jonas seems to want to distance himself from the ... read more

Age 10+
Who I Am
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