Kidult (http://www.kidult.com/)

common sense media says

Hip news site doesn't sugarcoat the events of the day.


parents & educators say
  • 100% say sexual content is an issue
  • 67% say there's too much drinking, drugs, or smoking

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this news site designed by hip-hop artist Pharrell Williams covers some mature topics, like teen pregnancy and crime, but not in a tabloid manner. The news is delivered in a format that's easy to read and doesn't put a lot of spin or attitude into the story. Basically, it's just the facts -- but the site's clear point of view is that kids shouldn't be protected from news. Celebs profiled in the entertainment section appear to be wholesome choices, rather than sensational, and there is a focus on getting teens to think about their future with career profiles and opportunities to contribute to the site. 

Educational value: Timely news is presented in short, digestible formats for teens. There are also opportunities for visitors to listen to music that they may never have heard or read blogs from other adolescents.
Positive messages: A "be all you can be" attitude is apparent here, with news stories working to inform teens of what's going on, while offering up inspirational stories in the "Cool Jobs" department that feature a diverse group of young adults doing what they love.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: The site doesn't shy aware from news and health stories relating to sex. Some stories that have appeared include a report on a 10-year-old rape victim and the abortion controversy surrounding her story, and changes in teen pregnancy rates. 
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: There is no warning when clicking on an advertisers page, so kids might not realize they have left the site. There are only a few ads, including one for an art website and another for founder of the site, Pharrell Williams' clothing line.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Health stories related to smoking can be read here. All of the stories are based on recent studies and reports and focus on the dangers of these addictions.

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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
  • Famiilies can talk about news sources and staying up to date on what's happening in the world. How has the internet changed the way people access news? Do you think it has made us better informed? Who decides what becomes news and what doesn't? Do you notice a difference in how difference sites report the same stories?
  • Talk about the harsh realities of some news, and what news stories are age-appropriate.
  • What does it mean to be a "kidult?" Is this the same thing as a teen? Do you sometimes feel confused about where you fit in, between childhood and adulthood?

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
If you're too old to still be considered "a kid" but not old enough to be an adult, then KIDULT (get it?) is for you. The site is like a newspaper, entertainment magazine, and video site all rolled into one. Kids can get news, gossip, and music suggestions -- but parents will need to determine if this site is age-appropriate for their kids.

This review was written by Jacqueline Rupp
 
 

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What parents & educators say

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Based on 3 parent & educator reviews:
  • 100% say sexual content is an issue
  • 67% say there's too much drinking, drugs, or smoking
  • 33% say there are positive messages

Most useful reviews by all members

Strict_judger
kid, 12 years old
 
(silence)
... Can you hear the echo?

courtney15
teen, 16 years old
 
its gr8 for teens 12 -19

Soarary
adult
 
No. 11+. Just no.
Stories about sex. o__o

missiloveyou2much
parent of 15 year old
 
Some appropriate parts
Ehh. I watched a Twilight spoof and it was NOT appropriate.

cpscreenblogger
kid, 9 years old
 
GAAAAAAAAA
THAT SOUNDS BAD S__ AND S__ AHHHHHHHHH

rim
parent of 18 year old
 
for teens

96grlpowrCE
teen, 16 years old
 
Great website!
This is a nice website for when you just want to check the news for a few minutes. The articles are pretty brief and to-the-point, yet informative all the while. It covers categories from Business and Politics to Entertainment and Fashion. It's a very safe website. Some of the issues covered in articles may be a bit mature for very young children, but for most kids and tweens, it's probably a lot better than watching the news.

dragonlady25
teen, 14 years old
 
No problem here

BaNaNaS2629
kid, 12 years old
 
Great website where people can just get good news.

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ON: Content is appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child, some content may not be right for some kids
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