MarvelKids (http://www.marvelkids.com)
common sense media says
Marvel dials down the violence (a little) for young fans.
parents & educators say
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this somewhat toned-down Marvel site is "for the youngest of Marvel fans." There's still a lot of larger-than-life Super Hero action (some may say violence) and over-the-top body images, but it's all presented in a format that tweens and slightly younger kids can navigate and have fun with.
Educational value:
A section devoted to more educational-based challenges, like printable mazes, puzzles and drawing (with solutions) helps up the educational value of the site. For Super Hero fans who may be reluctant readers, mid-level reading material in the form of a digital comics reader should hold interest.
Violence:
As with most comics, blasting and pounding and slamming is par for the course, all in the name of a greater good, of course. For example, in one game called "Hulk Bad Attitude" players build up Hulk's "Rage Meter" for more power. Some of the dramatic, foreboding music and intense scenes could be scary for younger viewers.
Sex:
The "Create Your Own Super Hero" game has over-the-top images of Super Hero bodies (male and female) for kids to dress up. The ultra-thin super-buxom female character (who makes Wonder Woman look flat-chested) and super-muscled male images may promote unhealthy body image ideals to young kids, especially girls.
Language:
Not applicable.
Consumerism:
Ads for brands like Marvel digital comics, Lucky Charms, and McDonalds appear. Some of the games are offered as free trials with an option to buy. A disclaimer states that users are supposed to be 18 to purchase anything from the site.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Not applicable.
Privacy & safety:
The site practices sound privacy policy and does not collect information from users younger than 13. It doesn't offer places to disclose personal information, like user pages or chat rooms.
The site has a special message to parents providing detailed site guidelines for usage.
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skulduggery3
kid, 13 years old
kid, 13 years old
I used to use it but moved up to Marvel*.
It's all really a fun website but it's not as good as Marvel*. Even though Marvel* is NOT ok for kids.
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