Review

Discovery Kids

Common Sense Media says

Don't just read about the world, explore it!
Age
10
Quality
 
  • Positive messages4
    Encourages learning about the world through interesting articles and interactive games.
  • Violence2
    Stories of shark attacks and natural disasters are mentioned, but do not give explicit details.
  • Sex1
    Contains an article about puberty where informative facts and counsel are provided.
  • Language0
    Not applicable.
  • Consumerism3
    Kids will be tempted to buy merchandise, especially with the bold "shop" link at the top of the page.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking0
    Not applicable.
  • Privacy & safety2
    The site only collects personally identifiable information from users who enter contests, wish to receive newsletters, or purchase products. This information is shared with third parties for marketing purposes, to protect users from fraud, or if required to do so by law. Also, personal information is not collected form users who are under 13.
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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that Discovery Kids is an educational site that encourages discovering all the world has to offer. Articles cover topics about natural disasters, growing up, machines, continents, space, and much more. An activities page provides interactive ideas for recipes, making crafts, designing clothes, and experimenting with science. Games are age appropriate, challenging, and educational, and the online puzzles are fun and entertaining. Parents should know that some games ask for a user name and email address. Also, the site does include a link to shopping and banner ads advertise more Discovery Kids shows.

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April 9, 2008
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OK for kids & up
 
A Resource
I found this site to be a fairly good resource. Although it did not contain the information I was looking for, it did provide me with a number of links to other websites that had information on the topic I was searching.
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Kid, 8 years old
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I love The Mystery Hunters!
i think D.K is totally AWSOME!!!!! My Favorite D.K Show Is "Mystery Hunters".
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Teen, 13 years old
April 9, 2008
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awsome
I think this is a good web site to learn about how your body works and what you can do with your body.
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Teen, 16 years old
August 12, 2010
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Ah-mazing For Kids!
This website is wonderful, and sometimes I find myself using the Puzzle Maker they have to make silly crosswords for my friends and family to solve. I know it sounds lame, but on a boring day you'd be surprised how fun they are! The site is very appropriate for kids of all ages, young and old alike. I don't think adults would like it (obviously, it is Discovery KIDS) but kids 7 and up should enjoy the different activities it has to offer.
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