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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
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Best: Really engaging, excellent learning approach.
Very Good: Engaging, very good learning approach.
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59 results
  • Review
    Check Yourself

    Teens share detailed stories of addiction and recovery.
    AGE
    14
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Tykoon

    Money-managing site has shopping, strong parental controls.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    DoSomething.org

    As a resume-builder and a soul-satisfier, this not-for-profit site lets kids take action on issues they care about.
    AGE
    16
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Zui.com

    YouTube-like site for kids is good for play and discovery.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    I Wanna Know

    Frank sexual health site from a trustworthy organization.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Facebook

    Social site connects friends, requires privacy.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    BJ Pinchbeck's Homework Helper

    Vast library of links a boon for kids doing online research.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    The Learning Network

    NYTimes blog gives young people fluff-free news, discussion.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    International Children's Digital Library

    Multi-language library opens new doors for kids.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    BrainPOP Jr.

    Animated educational content for kids to explore, for a fee.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    5
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    Club Penguin

    Site unveils new chat tool, makes it easier to find friends.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    OurWorld

    Virtual world with games and some smart parental controls.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    Fanlala

    Cyber news source for teen celeb fanatics.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    Scarleteen

    Edgy sex-ed site best suited for mature teens.
    AGE
    15
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    BodiMojo

    Frank and factual information about teen health issues.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    Animal Jam

    Nat Geo virtual world teaches kids about nature.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    1
    (Website, 2010)
  • Review
    Center for Young Women's Health

    Helpful health site discusses the facts of life and more.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2010)
  • Review
    Sweety High

    Strong privacy measures make this closed social network an ideal alternative to Facebook.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2010)
  • Review
    FooPets

    Virtual pet site almost worthless without paid membership.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2009)
  • Review
    Stay Teen

    Nonpartisan info for teens on avoiding pregnancy.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2009)
  • Review
    Teen Ink

    This site provides a supportive environment for teens to express themselves through all kinds of creative writing.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2009)
  • Review
    Free Rice

    An endless quiz with a big heart: Each correct answer donates 10 grains of rice to the world's hungry.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2009)
  • Review
    Volunteer Match

    This site is a high-tech networker, linking kids with volunteer jobs that suit their interests, schedules, and skills.
    AGE
    15
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2009)
  • Review
    That's Not Cool

    Tackles digital dating abuse with videos appealing to teens.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2009)
  • Review
    PeaceCorps.gov/kids

    Peace Corps Challenge fosters understanding and compassion.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2008)