 | ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids. |
 | OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | NOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age. |
TweenTribune
Common Sense Media says
Trustworthy tween news site has cool classroom component.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that the mission of this tween site is to get young readers to follow the news. The content is age-appropriate and usually educational. All comments are screened before they're posted. There are links to outside sites, such as AOL and Reuters.
What's it about?
Seasoned news professional Alan Jacobson created TWEENTRIBUNE in late 2008 to encourage young people to follow the news on a daily basis. The frequently updated site features stories from sources like the Associated Press and CNN -- as well as some original content -- and allows registered users to post comments. Topics range from substantive (the recession's effect on schools) to quirky (a real-life incarnation of Barbie's Dream House). Teachers can customize TweenTribune for use in the classroom, to generate online discussions, or create assignments based on site content.
Is it any good?
TweenTribune seems to have the greatest potential in its customize-for-the-classroom form; students can engage with the news and each other in a safe and civil environment. To a random surfer, the site might not seem all that special because the format is very straightforward, but the information is certainly trustworthy and interesting. TweenTribune also scores points for being user-friendly, with a simple yet appealing design and structure.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about current events and how they affect our lives. Why do you think it's important to keep up with the news? Do you have an opinion on the stories you read?
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