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Website reviews for social networking

78 results
  • Review
    Goodreads

    Mostly safe spot for teens to share their love of books.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Shelfari

    Cozy social book nook, but use privacy settings.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Kazaana

    Social site for kids is safe if parents monitor activity.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    WeeWorld

    Site offers interaction and games--but is light on learning
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    MeetMe

    Creepy social network features racy photos, suggestive talk.
    AGE
    17
     
    Learning
    1
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Kidsocial

    Safe social networking for kids under 13.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    GiantHello

    Facebook-lite gets a lot right, but watch out for games.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    1
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Pinterest

    Semi-social site helps users collect images for inspiration.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    1
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Google+

    Social network adds a few good privacy tweaks for teens.
    AGE
    13
     
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    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Facebook

    Social site connects friends, requires privacy.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    Flickr

    Fun media management with access to some iffy stuff.
    AGE
    16
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    TrevorSpace

    Social network provides support for LGBTQ teens.
    AGE
    15
     
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    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    So Stupid

    Microblogging site lets you get stuff off your chest.
    AGE
    13
     
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    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    TeenSpot

    Less pop culture, more sexy stuff in chatrooms and profiles.
    AGE
    17
     
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    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    Skid-e-Kids
    Confusing attempt at safer social networking for tweens.
    AGE
    9
     
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    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    Everloop

    Super-safe social networking site for tweens.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    Mad Science Kids Club
    Science meets social networking on safe kids' site.
    AGE
    9
     
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    (Website, 2010)
  • Review
    ScuttlePad
    Social network with training wheels is safe, but limited.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (Website, 2010)
  • Review
    Chatter.myYearbook
    Social site's news feed gets rude and racy.
    AGE
    15
     
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    (Website, 2010)
  • Review
    Google Buzz
    Networking site designed for adults is too open for kids.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (Website, 2010)
  • Review
    Formspring.me

    Q&A site offers anonymous bullies a virtual playground.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    1
    (Website, 2010)
  • Review
    IMFrenzy
    Frenzied social network heavy on celebs, light on safety.
    AGE
    13
     
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    (Website, 2010)
  • Review
    ClubCahootie

    Playground game goes online, and may attract younger fans.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (Website, 2010)
  • Review
    iTwixie

    Safe social site appeals to girls' depth and intelligence.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (Website, 2010)
  • Review
    Chatroulette

    Instant, random video chatting is creepy -- and risky.
    AGE
    17
     
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    (Website, 2010)