| ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age. | |
| PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids. | |
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| NOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age. |
Parents need to know that topics on this wonderful advice and information site include alcohol abuse, eating disorders, and celebrity drug abuse as well as issues related to puberty and dating. There's a lot of helpful information and advice for tweens and teens about school, friends, family, emotions, and money. Every game teaches kids about something from saving money to handling a tough friend. There's no advertising on the site.
Kids can learn how to navigate the ups and downs of adolescence on this educational PBS site. It's My Life provides factual information on topics like nutrition, puberty, and money management, plus advice on common tween issues like feeling lonely, dealing with bullies, and fighting with parents. Kids will find a wide range of activities, including games, videos, quizzes, and places to ask questions and submit comments. It's My Life is a credible, compassionate guide to growing up.
IT'S MY LIFE is divided into clear categories that have articles on tween-related topics plus relevant games, suggestions for offline activities, videos, and information on where to get help. The "Body" section is mostly about puberty, eating disorders, and alcohol abuse. "Emotions" offers articles on dealing with death, depression, and anger. The "Advice" area features all kinds of questions, from dating to health. The "Dating" ones focus on kissing and flirting and crushes and go no further. Questions are answered by both teen mentors and qualified adult experts. If you click on the "Celebs" tab, you'll see brief interviews where celebrities reveal their thoughts about growing up and what they had to go through when they were kids. There are also videos where kids discuss all kinds of topics.
Hosted by PBS, It's My Life is the place to go to get straight-up advice and information that tweens are looking for. Some of the games are a little preachy but others are super, such as challenging kids to get around school without being late for class. (Keep an eye out for bullies and avoid the spot where the guy just barfed.)
Families can talk about some of the topics raised on the site. Do you want a boyfriend or girlfriend? Why or why not?
What would you do if you had a million dollars? What was your most embarrassing moment at school? If you could be any other age, what would it be?
Kids can learn how to navigate the ups and downs of adolescence on this educational PBS site. It's My Life provides factual information on topics like nutrition, puberty, and money management, plus advice on common tween issues like feeling lonely, dealing with bullies, and fighting with parents. Kids will find a wide range of activities, including games, videos, quizzes, and places to ask questions and submit comments. It's My Life is a credible, compassionate guide to growing up.
Kids will learn from interactive content that helps them develop life skills like making responsible decisions. For example, "You're in Charge" simulates situations that might arise when a parent is away from home, while "Mad Money" lets kids practice smart spending. Tweens can learn how to cope with issues like depression, low self-esteem, and breakups by reading advice from teen mentors and reflecting on their own experiences. It's My Life also provides plenty of additional resources, from crisis hotlines to writing exercises.
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