the site: KidZui
the details: The internet for kids aged 3-12, KidZui is a browser and online service that offers 1.5 million kid-friendly Web sites, videos and pictures that have all been reviewed by trained parents and teachers. The parent site continues to keep things safe by allowing you to manage and oversee your child's online environment. (please note that even with KidZui we at Mama Speaks recommend using the internet with a child in this target age range)
membership: Free! You and your kids can thoroughly enjoy KidZui for free. There is also a membership option available ($5/mo or $50/year) that gives you extra content and management tools.
additional features: KidZui recently partnered with Parents.com, integrating editorial content into the KidZui parents site. Just today, KidZui has announced a major expansion with tons of awesome features.
- Kid-Safe Social Networking - This mini-Myspace meets Facebook allows kids to create their own avatars and profile page where they can see their events, tags, visitors and friends. As an extra safegaurd all friends have to be approved by the child and parent. Kids can even befriend the presidential candidates!
- Homework Helper - The teacher designed system allows children from kindergarten through 8th grade to select their grade level and study subject and then displays related topics and content so kids can easily find the best resources.
- WiredTrust Best Practice Seal - The first ever awarded to a children's site, KidZui received the honor for showing a commitment to safety and risk management.
Win it!
We're giving away a one-year paid membership to KidZui! To enter, email giveaways[at]mamaspeaks.com with Zui as your subject and let us know which feature appeals to you most. Giveaway ends 10.16.08
