Parents need to know that although the site heavily promotes all things Beacon Street Girls, it's a very safe place for tween fans of the books. Girls who subscribe to the site's free Club BSG by submitting an email address and their age can post comments on the book reviews and other sections, but everything is reviewed before it's published, and no personal information is allowed. Parents are also given a forum on the site to discuss its content and the book series. To order from the e-commerce section, girls must be 18 or older.
Educational value:Reading and talking about what you've read is strongly encouraged.
Positive messages:Encourages community service and friendship. The characters are positive role models for preteen girls.
Consumerism:The site is all about the Beacon Street Girls and predominantly features frequent tie-ins to their books and products. There's an online store.