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KidRocket.org

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 4; suggested age 4.
  • Is it any good?

    5.0
  • Common Sense says

    Snazzy browser only shows safe kids' sites.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 4 and Up

The good stuff

  • Educational value:

    Some educational jigsaw puzzles.
  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Pop-ups can be controlled, though kid-safe sites still have banner ads. Individual sites may have ads on them.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About KidRocket.org

Parents need to know that this site offers a stellar kid friendly Web browser that has lots of cool features along with completely safe surfing -- and it's free! Kids only have access to a limited number of kid-safe sites (PBS, Disney, Crayola, and the like…). KidRocket can block or allow kids access to printing, pop-ups, email, and also includes a timer or time lock feature that will disable the browser after an allotted time. It's important to note, however, if pop-ups are not blocked, kids can easily click on links that take them off these sites. A download is required, but a program isn't added to your computer -- only a folder to save images and email preferences.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the timer and time lock feature on this browser and why they're there. What's an appropriate amount of time to spend exploring and playing around on the Web? Are these features helpful to keep usage within reasonable limits or are kids able to self-regulate their time on the computer?

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. I rate this title on for age 4 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Safety isn't an issue
    • User content is age appropriate

    PERFECT for kids 4+

    My kids have been using this since the beta stage and I have never ever had a problem with it! WONDERFUL! They are now ages 8 & 9 and STILL ask to play it by name.

  2. Kid Reviewer Age 10
    Lives in North Carolina
    I rate this title off for age 2 and give it 0.0

    inmature

    Its for 4-7 year olds!!!

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Oklahoma
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 0.0

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