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The Mouse Club
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The Mouse Club

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Imaginative, colorful, and fun, kids can log on to read, count, match, and have fun learning computer skills.

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Dora Links
Parents Need to Know...

that Dora Links is a $59.99 13-inch Dora the Explorer doll that connects to a PC's USB port and interacts with the companion Web site, lighting up at different moments and speaking at others. The doll is also a receiver for updated ... read more

Age 7+
Dora Links
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Anamalz
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that this is a progressive brand of toys with noble ideals. The toy figures are made of organic maple, not plastic, use safe paint, and are designed to encourage imaginative open play. The company also donates a portion of profits to ... read more

Age 4+
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Beverly Hills Puppy Club
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this site differs from other Web sites like Webkinz and Shining Stars that are also connected with the purchase of a plush toy. There's no social interaction on this site, and although users can play games like on other sites, there are ... read more

Age 7+
Beverly Hills Puppy Club
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Mashade
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that there is a substantial amount of violence in the form of war imagery, car crashes, and more. While the violence is moderated, and there are some games included for mash-up that would certainly suit younger users, this is definitely a ... read more

Age 15+
Mashade
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Girl Games
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that this site is loaded with innocent dress-up, decorating, and arcade games, but beware: there are surprisingly violent and sexually inappropriate images kids will uncover with a little play time. read more

Age 8+
Girl Games
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ClubTuki
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that kids can access the site for free but are encouraged to upgrade to a "Primo" membership, which costs $5.97 a month or $57 a year. The Primo membership includes 50 minutes of free tutoring from an online homework help site. ... read more

Age 8+
ClubTuki
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DisneyXD
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that this site is the companion to Disney's cable TV channel, Disney XD, which offers shows targeted to boys ages 6-14. With customizable avatars, games, and competitions, social networking, and exclusive webisodes, the site is designed ... read more

Age 8+
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Roblox
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that this is a game-creation site where users design and upload their own games, as well as play other games in a multi-player environment. Some of the gameplay is advanced, and many games employ weapons. The site provides a super-safe ... read more

Age 10+
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GameGecko
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that some games on this site are violent and feature fighting, blood, and bruising, although the "shooting games" aren't heavily promoted and are on the bottom of the page. The site's IM feature lets users chat with other users in a ... read more

Age 13+
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Rockstar Games Social Club
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that teens need to be 17 to join, and even though it's dubbed as a "social site," there's no chat function or message board. Users do need to link their XBox Live Gamertag or PlayStation Network sign-in ID to this site to get full access ... read more

Age 17+
Rockstar Games Social Club
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Miniclip
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that this is a very popular gaming hub for middle school kids, and the range of games and the ease of play make it extremely addicting. As for the content, the action games (bombing, punching), sports games, shoot 'em ups (none gory), and ... read more

Age 13+
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PoissonRouge
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that this sublime educational site geared to very young kids is beautiful, even though it doesn't have a lot of flashy computer tricks or complex plots. Even kids just learning how to use a mouse will be able to navigate easily through ... read more

Age 4+
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Seussville
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that this hub for Seuss fans has a decent amount of simple games for kids (although they do know how to read as most of the short instructions don't have any voiceover). There's an entire section -- that looks like very similar to the ... read more

Age 6+
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Games.MySpace
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that this site is an extension of the ultra-popular, social networking site MySpace.com. Most of the games are well-crafted fun, although some are laced with crude humor, gambling, and unnecessary violence. Yet the site's reassurance that ... read more

Age 14+
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ESPN Arcade
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that among the fun, free, and innocuous sports and puzzle games on this site there are also a few adult-themed games that have bar settings and gambling scenarios. Banner ads are almost exclusively dedicated to the promotion of casinos ... read more

Age 12+
ESPN Arcade
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SuperSmartGames
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that this is a pro-gaming site where parents, teachers, and kids can find out about the latest educational computer and game system games. Besides watching the game "trailers" to preview the games, kids can download the games or be sent ... read more

Age 13+
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ArcadeTown
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that this site features some violent games -- blood spurts from zombies as they scream in one game; Endless War 3, one of most popular free games, includes so much gunfire that it's hard to realize what's happening until opponents bodies ... read more

Age 13+
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NickJr
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that this site is a top-notch play site for preschoolers and up, especially those who can't read just yet. It's also a go-to spot for parents looking for a quick rainy-day craft or birthday party theme ideas. Ads nearly overtake the ... read more

Age 4+
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UpToTen
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that this bilingual site is a great destination for kids who speak or are learning French, although any kid will enjoy it. It's mainly for kids who can read simple directions and have mastered Web site navigation (using the back and play ... read more

Age 6+
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ShiningStars
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that kids must buy a plush toy to access the features on this site. Kids earn points to access different areas of the site. read more

Age 6+
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UBFunkeys
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that kids have to buy a U.B. Funkeys Starter Kit (about $20) at a local retailer or online store to play the game on this site. There's a rather complex installation process before the Pokemon-looking Funkeys characters are ready to plug ... read more

Age 8+
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