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Kerpoof (http://www.kerpoof.com)

common sense media says

Where kids can safely dabble in techno-creativity.

parents & educators say
  • 75% say it's educational
  • 50% say there are positive messages
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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this is a free educational site created to help teachers integrate technology into the classroom. But with a little trial and error tweens at home can figure out and use the site's creative art, publishing, and animation tools on their own. There are some social networking and "send to a friend" features, but safety features require kids to have their friends' email addresses to be able to send messages or create a group.

Educational value: The art, publishing, and animation studios teach students how computers can help express creativity in new and different ways. The teacher lesson plans (with more added all the time) integrate other subjects into computer instruction.
Positive messages: This site helps teachers safely integrate technology into their classrooms without sending young students into the wide-open world of the Internet at-large.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Some of the background scenes are sponsored by educational organizations and businesses, but the sponsorship "ads" do not detract from the main focus.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
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Talk to your kids
Families can talk about how computers can be used to enhance -- or dampen -- creativity. Sometimes backgrounds or even extensive character options can limit kids' creativity. What are some differences between how you can be creative while using the Kerpoof.com art studio versus starting with a blank sheet of paper? Also, discuss why this kind of "social networking" is safer than other sites, like MySpace or Second Life.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
The nifty animation tools and some famous artist-inspired backgrounds that go with the art studio will inspire many kids to create their own works of art. And, while many kids will enjoy and learn a lot from using this site on their own, the maximum benefit will most likely be achieved in a classroom setting. Otherwise, kids will have to poke around a lot and use trial and error, as some directions can be rather vague. Teachers can use the site's lesson plans to integrate other subjects into computer lessons and guide students to full use of all of Kerpoof.com's many techno-savvy experiences.
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  • 75% say it's educational
  • 50% say there are positive messages
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allen.gayle
educator
6
 
I use it in the computer lab with 1st grade and up. We create posters that go along with content being taught in the classroom. The older students get more time to explore and create on their own.
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Avalone
parent of and 12 , 15 , 18 year old
10
 
perfect for most ages
very good site although they don't update a lot. big range of tools and actvities. need to pay for some but not all or if going through a school.
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bobome
kid, 11 years old
 
Boring
Kerpoof* is just boring. there is nothing to do, you just do nothing. It is just one of those websites where when you look at the homepage you know there is nothing to do!
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smarty010
kid, 10 years old
2
 
BORING!!!!!!!
OMG!! r u kidding me do I see games i dont think so this website is so boring u have nuting do wat ever parents said this is a good website something is wrong with them all i see on this screen is blank an kids with me on that!!!
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blueguy101
kid, 13 years old
 
no!!!!!!!
this is the wurst game on computer ever! i mean there is nuthing to do here i mean its so boring..... makes me sleep! AHHHHHHAHHHAHHH.... se im playin it right now makin me sleep!
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berkeleymama
adult
 
Kids make their own cartoons!
Great website where kids can make their own animated movies. Kids will probably need an adult to help them figure out how it works at first, but once they get going there's lots of room for creativity, as well as logical panning (laying out activities on a multi-track time line). Can share videos. We haven't gotten any hits yet, so no opinion re: appropriateness. Earn coins when you make movies -- seems like a good incentive system. Has a point, unlike Club Penguin were you earn points by playing silly games.
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moshilover632
kid, 10 years old
6
 
i love kerpoof
i think it is a fun way to learn how to make your own website i love it!
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KidsAndMommy
parent of 2 and 9 year old
6
 
sure
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CrazyBlu4Eva
kid, 10 years old
6
 
Boring to other users...but this site let's you shine your inner artist,using some tools.
This site is so much fun!Perfect for art lovers(Like me) that want to try out something new.Like making your art move.
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animefreak00
kid, 11 years old
17
 
AHHHHHHHHH................................
YAWN.I mean,the site seemed like a good idea,but its sooo BORING.Its for kids who dont know how to express creativity.Seriously,just use stuff like paint or adobe photoshop.they work much better,trust me.
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