TweenWorld

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Common Sense Media says

Breadth, not depth, makes safe tween site fun, for a while.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this good-intentioned informational site for tweens is safe to visit but might not hold kids' interest. The various "worlds" inside the site -- 16 in all including music, games, books, crafts, and health -- are an ambitious start and do impart some helpful tips. However, content is pretty lightweight overall and the site could use a redesign including a spellcheck.

  • Positive messages2
    The site encourage wholesome activities such as exercising, reading, planning parties, and taking proper care of pets.
  • Violence0
    Not applicable.
  • Sex0
    Not applicable.
  • Language0
    Not applicable.
  • Consumerism1
    An Amazon-powered storefront tucked away in a menu at the bottom of the page offers a nice selection of kid-safe DVDs, music, electronics, books and video games.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking0
    Not applicable.
  • Privacy & safety3
    Kids are not required to register or divulge personal information. Site policy is to screen all submissions before posting and not to publish more than a child's first name, first initial of last name, state, and age or grade.  All links leading to other sites have been checked for safety and suitability.
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Is it any good?

 

With 16 different areas to explore from food to book reviews, TweenWorld lays the groundwork for a vibrant tween hangout.  However, this site, launched May 2009, has a long way to go before achieving its goal of becoming "the ultimate online resource for tweens." Cluttered graphics, misspelled words, and content limited to a few cute stories and YouTube videos with no way for users to interact leaves this "tween world" underpopulated and not quite ready for prime time.

Online interaction: Tween2Tween, a section where kids can "share, discuss, ask questions and get answers about tween life" was not yet working when we visited the site in July 2009.

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What families can talk about

  • Families can use any part of TweenWorld as a jumping off point for a more robust discussion. For instance, how can tweens contribute to their community? What special talents do they possess that would make them an "extreme tween," a kid that sets himself apart in a positive way?

  • TweenWorld encourages kids to choose healthy menu items at McDonald’s
    and Burger King. Discuss how kids can eat more healthily by avoiding those establishments
    altogether.   Read our advice on junk food chains that hawk "healthy foods."

This review was written by Carla Thornton

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This review was written by Carla Thornton
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This review was written by Carla Thornton

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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
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