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Website reviews for social studies

68 results
  • Review
    MrNussbaum

    Quick, before school starts, send your kids to this edu-site to brush up on math, science, English, and social studies.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Mashable

    Slightly sensationalistic news, social networking.
    AGE
    16
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    FactMonster

    Is your tween hungry for knowledge? Point them here to find resources and information in kid-friendly form.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    London 2012 Olympics

    Official Olympics site is safe for kids.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    1
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Wonderopolis

    A wonder a day will keep kids' eyes open to discovery.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Teen Nick

    Good site for teens to watch and discuss fave Nick shows.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Storybird

    Create beautiful books to share online and in print.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Zibkids

    Site sparks business know-how but needs more work.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Oh Noah!

    Learning a new language can be tricky -- and a lot of fun. Kids will learn some basic Spanish from Noah's mix-ups and discover that it's OK to make mistakes along the way
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    5
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Reddit

    Share, rank, and discuss news -- and adult topics.
    AGE
    15
     
    Learning
    1
    (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
    Playwala

    Gaming site attempts to mix charity and play.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    1
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    HuffPost Teen

    News for teens by teens, with access to adult topics.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    HippoCampus

    Online lectures are good for math and science review.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    (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
    Scholastic Kids Press Corps

    Kids 9-14 can apply to become part of this site's 50-person press corps and learn about journalism first-hand.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    Enchanted Learning

    Not flashy, but filled with good educational activities.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    Kidipede: History For Kids

    Dig into the fun history, but ignore strange ads.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2011)
  • Review
    Girl Scouts: A World for Girls

    A few fun, safe activities, plus links to buy merchandise.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2011)