BizKids

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Common Sense Media says

Upbeat site paves the way to financial and business success.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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AGE
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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that there is absolutely nothing to worry about with this engaging educational site where kids teach kids about finance and business. The site features a newsletter, a free, downloadable curriculum, a
business game, a blog, and links to other reputable sites about money
for kids.

  • Positive messages4
    Empowers kids with the knowledge that they control their financial futures and gives them confidence to start their own businesses. Features videos of kid success stories.
  • Violence0
    Not applicable.
  • Sex0
    Not applicable.
  • Language0
    Not applicable.
  • Consumerism1
    No ads but there are links to other sites with advertisements.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking0
    Not applicable.
  • Privacy & safety1
    The site's privacy policy states that some information may be automatically collected but it takes every reasonable effort to protect the information stored on its database.
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Is it any good?

 

BIZKIDS is a fantastic way for kids to learn the importance of money management, economics, and business smarts. The site is a companion to the PBS series, and all episodes are available for convenient online viewing. Hosted by energetic youths (think Zoom!), the episodes make learning about finance fun. Hip music and fast cuts keep things moving along at a brisk pace, and there are fresh parodies such as a take on the popular television show 24 and Donald "Rump." Best of all are the stories featuring real kids and their financial success stories. This level of interactivity personalizes the abstract concept of money, giving kids confidence and knowledge to make wise financial decisions now and through adulthood.

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What families can talk about

  • Families can talk about real money vs. the concept of virtual money. Does spending virtual money make you more savvy about your own real money?

  • Families can also talk about the elements that make this a fun site -- rather than a dry one -- for learning about money management
    and business acumen.

This review was written by Ellen Dendy
Teen, 14 years old
July 11, 2009
AGE
9
 
I think its perfect for everyone who is old enough to read.
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Teen, 14 years old
December 7, 2009
AGE
10
 
Good for over 10
I think it's good and fun!!!!! =]
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Kid, 13 years old
October 10, 2009
AGE
13
 
ugly
it doesn't tell you anything
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Kid, 12 years old
March 12, 2010
AGE
9
 
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Kid, 12 years old
December 26, 2009
AGE
7
 
There is a subliminal scene were you see innapropriate things which is a concern.
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Teen, 16 years old
July 12, 2009
AGE
2
 
BORING unless you're starting a business
i went on and it only held my attention for a few minutes plus most of the games don't work. Good stuff if you ar starting a business.
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This review was written by Ellen Dendy
Genre:Educational
This review was written by Ellen Dendy

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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.
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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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