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    Not age appropriate for kids under 7, age appropriate for kids over 9; suggested age 11.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Upbeat site paves the way to financial and business success.

On this site kids can:   do activities, do research, get homework help, learn about a specific topic, learn with others

Why We Rated This on for Ages 11 and Up

The good stuff

  • Educational value:

    Lots of great information for kids to learn about a wide range of business and finance topics. Features actionable, real-world examples of how kids can manage their finances and create their own businesses.

  • User-created content:

    Not an issue.

  • Messages:

    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.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.

  • Sex:

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    No ads but there are links to other sites with advertisements.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

How safe is it?

  • Personal privacy:

    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.

  • Online interaction:

     

  • Parental controls:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About BizKids

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.

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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.
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  1. Kid Reviewer Age 10
    linz313
    I rate this title off for age 13 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content

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    it doesn't tell you anything

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  2. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    krazypanda
    Lives in Ohio
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 3.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Safety isn't an issue

    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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  3. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    sidoobagga
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Safety isn't an issue
    • User content is age appropriate

    I think its perfect for everyone who is old enough to read.

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