Common Sense Media Review
By Susan Yudt
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Celeb gossip served up in cool design goes easy on snark.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 13+?
Any Positive Content?
Parent and Kid Reviews
What's It About?
A new addition to the MSN portal, WONDERWALL joins the ever-expanding ranks of celebrity gossip hubs, mixing original content with coverage from sources like Entertainment Tonight and the Associated Press. The site features photo galleries, videos, and blog-style recaps of the latest in entertainment news, ranging from squeaky-clean American Idol coverage to slightly salacious stories about stars and their stripper poles.
Is It Any Good?
Aside from a fairly innovative design -- a horizontal scroll of hyperlinked photos -- Wonderwall doesn't break any new ground. The site's a fun, light read, but some of the content is just filler, like the 30-second "My Life As a Covergirl" videos, which are essentially commercials. Also, teens might find the site a bit one-dimensional since there are no social features like comments or message boards. Fans looking for more in-depth entertainment coverage will fare better on MSN's movies, music, and TV outlets.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about our obsession with celebrities. Why do you think people care so much about stars' private lives? What information is OK to report and what should be off limits? Do you think celebrities who appeal to kids and teens have a responsibility to be role models? See our tips on talking about Celebrity Role Models.
Website Details
- Genre : Blogging
- Pricing structure : Free
- Last updated : October 26, 2022
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