Planet Orange (http://www.orangekids.com/)

common sense media says

Money makes the Planet Orange go 'round.


parents & educators say

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that there's no advertising on the site except for the ING Direct logo. This topic can be very stodgy, but the message is important. For the most part, the site succeeds in presenting the material in an engaging way.

Educational value: Not applicable.
Positive messages: Not applicable.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.

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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
Families can talk about budgeting and personal spending. Do you tend to save your money to buy something more expensive in the future, or do you spend it to get the things you want now? Parents can also help kids recognize the other rewards of earning their own money.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
There's a cool little personal digital assistant device on the site you carry from place to place. It lets you get a definition, use a calculator, or try a quiz question. Some of the questions involve basic math, but could prove a bit daunting for younger kids.

When the topic sometimes threatens to get boring, there are plenty of user interface controls to let you speed through parts that don't interest you. Kids who finish the entire tour may know more about money than their parents do!


This review was written by Jean Armour Polly
 
 

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