Common Sense Media Review
By Karen Wirsing
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Vast library of links a boon for kids doing online research.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 10+?
Any Positive Content?
What's It About?
Kids sift through educational links to uncover information about their determined subject matter. This site is a library of helpful websites, which cover almost every topic under the sun. If a student needs help, or just wants to delve deeper into a certain topic, this is a place that offers a good array of information. For instance, kids interested in social studies click on the Social Studies tab. From here they can find links to Ancient History, American History, Geography, and more.
Is It Any Good?
BJ PINCHBECK'S HOMEWORK HELPER is a wonderful resource for finding information. The links provided on the site are carefully selected and should be extremely helpful for kids researching topics online. Pinchbeck created his site with the help of his father and the Discovery Channel at 9 years old. Since then, he has graduated from Drexel University and has branched out on his own. Not only does the site cover information relating to ordinary scholastic subjects, it also includes progressive and engaging sites that encourage kids to get involved in politics and their communities.
As users browse through the many different links, they'll probably encounter some sites that are broken or no longer existing. It is also easy to navigate away from the original site and topic of concentration, if users aren't careful. But, overall this is a no-hassle library of links helpful for quick questions and homework assignments with something for everyone.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about using the Internet for homework help. What makes up a good resource for school kids? Can you think of a site that's not a reliable hub of information? Why is it not reliable?
Families can also discuss age-appropriateness. Is it better to have a site for a specific age group or for a specific topic, or does it matter?
Website Details
- Subjects : Math : algebra , calculus , geometry , Science : astronomy , biology , physics , Arts : drawing , painting , photography , Social Studies : global awareness , history , the economy , Language & Reading : phonics , vocabulary , writing
- Skills : Self-Direction : academic development , identifying strengths and weaknesses , work to achieve goals , Thinking & Reasoning : analyzing evidence , applying information , thinking critically , Tech Skills : using and applying technology , Health & Fitness : fitness
- Genre : Educational
- Pricing structure : Free
- Last updated : November 11, 2020
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