Most Popular Websites

In the summer of 2009, Symantec identified the top searches conducted by kids using its online family safety service, OnlineFamily.Norton. Here's how a few of these searches rank on Common Sense Media. From Club Penguin to MySpace, parents can see just what their kids are looking for online.

Browse Most Popular Websites

  • Webkinz Review
    Webkinz
    Virtual world for real toys with many ads pushing more toys.
    AGE
    8
     
  • Club Penguin Review
    Club Penguin

    Site unveils new chat tool, makes it easier to find friends.

    AGE
    7
     
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  • YouTube Review
    YouTube

    Vast video site entertains and educates; iffy stuff abounds.

    AGE
    13
     
  • Wikipedia.org Review
    Wikipedia.org

    Collaborative reference: Research with caution.

    AGE
    13
     
  • Facebook Review
    Facebook

    Social site connects friends, requires privacy.

    AGE
    13
     
  • Myspace Review
    Myspace
    Anything goes on revamped social networking site.
    AGE
    17
     

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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
Learning ratings
BEST: Really engaging, great learning approach.
GOOD: Pretty engaging, good learning approach.
FAIR: Somewhat engaging, OK learning approach.
NOT FOR LEARNING: Not recommended for learning.
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