Common Sense Media Review
By Susan Yudt
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Fun fan site skews older than Shaun's TV series.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 10+?
Any Positive Content?
What's It About?
The creators of Wallace and Gromit present a new cast of creatures: Shaun the Sheep and his barnyard friends. Shaun's fan site has some content for little kids and some for older kids and adults. It includes short video clips, games, downloads, activities, contests, and forums. Users who register can create profiles, add online buddies, and send messages; they also can save their progress in games and earn badges for achievements.
Is It Any Good?
Games are a definite highlight of Shaun's site, and they're often rather challenging; fortunately, many provide "hint" options, and registered users can save their progress as they make their way through levels. The forums are moderated, keeping discussions friendly and clean. Although the site has more content for older fans than little kids, parents looking for fun activities for preschoolers will find a few in the "Goodies" section, like printable mazes and craft guides.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about protecting privacy online. What information is safe to share, and what's off limits?
Who do you think the intended audience for this site is?
Website Details
- Subjects : Language & Reading : following directions , reading
- Skills : Creativity : making new creations , Thinking & Reasoning : problem solving , solving puzzles , strategy
- Genre : Fan Sites
- Topics : Animals
- Pricing structure : Free
- Last updated : October 1, 2025
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