Parents' Guide to KidsHealth.org/kid

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By Lucy Maher , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 9+

The doc is in with kid-friendly health advice.

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age 7+

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age 8+

Based on 15 kid reviews

Kids say the website is highly regarded for its educational content regarding health, the human body, and various conditions, making it suitable for families and schools. While most reviews praise its accessibility and lack of ads, some caution that certain topics, such as puberty and health issues, may require parental guidance for younger users.

  • educational content
  • family-friendly
  • accessible information
  • monitors recommended
  • age-appropriate
  • some inappropriate content
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What's It About?

KIDSHEALTH.ORG, from Nemours, a nonprofit pediatric health organization founded in 1936, features easy-to-understand information on mental and physical health issues. Sections focus on three audiences -- kids, teens, and parents -- and feature articles, quizzes, and games addressing body image, nutrition, and other topics. Kids and teens can learn more about how to deal with their feelings and stay healthy; issues such as overeating and bullying are also addressed in articles written by physicians and essays from teens.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say ( 2 ):
Kids say ( 15 ):

Articles (some are translated into Spanish) are easy to read and understand, and don't talk down to kids. And, there's always "Word!" -- a handy glossary to decode any unfamiliar medical jargon if you get confused. One of the coolest features of the site is My Body, where you can scroll over a diagram of a body to get more information on certain body parts or link to articles on the subject.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about what kids should do when they have a medical or health question. Who can they trust to ask questions and get good advice?

  • Why is it important to ask questions when they arise, no matter how embarrassing, rather than hold them in?

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