Science Monster
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Is it age appropriate?
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Not age appropriate for kids under 9, age appropriate for kids over 12; suggested age 12. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Space-themed educational site needs technological boost.
Why We Rated This
for Ages 12 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Science Monster
Parents need to know that this educational site is designed teach kids about some tough scientific concepts. The main focus is on space, including the solar system, how objects move through space, gravity, and inertia. These concepts are described with easy-to-follow explanations aimed at schoolkids, and some have games or interactive demos to help make the points easier to grasp. There’s no questionable content on the free site, though the features may not prove too compelling to the average student. The site is affiliated with the popular coolmath.com educational page.
Read our full review by Caroline Knorr
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