Parents' Guide to

Habitat for Humanity

By Susan Yudt, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 8+

Affordable housing charity shows kids how to get involved.

Website http://www.habitat.org/youthprograms
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What’s It About?

Habitat for Humanity is a charitable organization that is dedicated to providing \"simple, decent, and affordable\" houses to low-income families around the world. The Youth Programs section on its website is divided into content for ages 5-8, 9-13, and 14-25, plus resources for parents, teachers, and youth leaders. Younger kids will find games, printable activities, and a guide to Habitat for Humanity's global efforts. Content for teens focuses more on how to get involved with the organization's efforts and includes social media and e-newsletter links. Teens must be at least 16 years old to work on Habitat construction sites, but there's information on how younger people can get involved in other ways.

Is It Any Good?

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Habitat for Humanity does a good job clearly articulating its mission and showing examples of how it helps people around the world, and it's easy to get involved through the site. The games illustrate the work Habitat does, but younger kids might find them a bit challenging, and there's no way to refer back to the instructions without starting your game over. The site is mostly about introducing kids to the organization, not keeping them entertained online.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about what causes are most important to them and what they've done to help. What are different ways that people can support a cause? Which activities on this site are the most appealing?

  • Volunteering has changed a lot with the growth of social networking sites. How can you stay safe while using the Web to find volunteer opportunities and connect with other civic-minded teens?

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