Parents' Guide to

Kidipede: History For Kids

By Dana Anderson, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 10+

Dig into the fun history, but ignore strange ads.

Website http://www.historyforkids.org
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age 9+

Based on 3 parent reviews

Nationofthree
Nationofthree Adult
December 13, 2018
age 10+

Racist and anti-American cartoons disguised as humor

This website contains cartoons that are racist and have anti-American sentiment. My kids' school concurred with my opinion and removed this website as one of their resources. However, the owner Karen Carr would not consider the possibility that the cartoons on her website are inappropriate for children. Parents should be aware. This type of mentality should not be propagated throughout America or influence America's children.
Faraz Ahmed
Faraz Ahmed Adult
August 10, 2011
age 12+

Nice website

After all i found this website an educational and it would like to say it is good for kids they must read to enhance their history. Regards F.Ahmed

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What’s It About?

Kids looking for history information (as well as a few math and science subjects, too) can search the topics -- organized by time period, geographic area, subject, or culture -- on KIDIPEDE: HISTORY FOR KIDS. The site is divided neatly into categories and subcategories (India, then Indian History, Indian Food, Indian Art, etc.) and photos accompany each subject. The site includes a brief primer on citing it as a source in reports, it's easy to navigate, and it's generally well-organized, as long as kids don't get distracted by the ads.

Is It Any Good?

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The content and photos on this site are age-appropriate and engaging. It's just too bad the same can't be said for the ads, which are often geared toward adults. Before your child starts researching ancient China or Islamic history on this site, you may want to take a look at the ad content in the relevant sections.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about using the Internet for homework help. What are safe sites to browse?

  • Discuss why appropriate citation is important when writing school reports. Read Common Sense Media's Be a Good Digital Citizen tipsheet.

  • Also, discuss tips on how to ignore Internet ads. Just because something is flashing "Win $500!" do you have to click on it?

Website Details

  • Subjects: Math: addition, arithmetic, division, equations, fractions, geometry, multiplication, shapes, subtraction, Social Studies: cultural understanding, events, exploration, global awareness, historical figures, history, timelines, Science: biology, chemistry, geology, physics
  • Genre: Educational
  • Topics: History
  • Pricing structure: Free
  • Last updated: November 4, 2015

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