KidsCom.com where everything old is new again!
KidsCom.com is a virtual world geared toward kids ages 8-14 and was first launched in 1995 and was re-launched in 2007. The site also has the CARU seal of approval confirming that the information practices of KidsCom, have been reviewed and meet the standards of the Children’s Advertising Review Unit’s Kid’s Privacy Safe Harbor Program. KidsCom.com gives kids an opportunity to learn more about climate change while playing games, taking care of a virtual pet, and making new friends.
Everything old is new again!
KidsCom was one of the first online sites for kids. Designed for kids from 7-14 the site offers games, group adventures and plant babies to collect. Kids can become Idea Seekers, lead up adventure teams and create their own websites. Stores are available so they can purchase virtual clothes and other accessories. Additionally kids are on a quest to overthrow the Darkness of Dumbness and His Clouds of Chaos.
Friends
Forums are available with moderators. Parents will be notified if you kids step out of line in the forum. The site allows kids to join for free. People with free membership can talk to other kids, and participate in challenges, but they cannot build websites or be a team leader. Most of the appealing features are shut down.
Fees:
Idea Seeker (Premium) memberships are available. A monthly membership is $5.95, and a quarterly membership is $15.75. An annual membership is $57.95. The additional benefits include the option to have a plant baby and an automatic 8,000 virtual points a month.
Safety and Seals of Approval
The site also has the CARU seal of approval confirming that the information practices of KidsCom, have been reviewed and meet the standards of the Children’s Advertising Review Unit’s Kid’s Privacy Safe Harbor Program.
Mom Info
Forums available-keep an out for cyber bullying
Kids will want to upgrade if they like the site
Did we mention the shopping?
Buying real items from retailers like Wal-Mart earns KidsKash
How many ‘Clicks’ does this world get?
We like this site reborn and give it 8-plus Clicks! What do you think? Send your views and votes to OneClickMoms.
Today’s Reviewer is Miriam Caldwell
Miriam Caldwell loves being a mom. She stays on top of the best and most fun things for kids to do both on and off the Internet. She believes that the most effective learning comes from the times that children are having fun. Miriam has been writing for parents for three years, and draws on her experiences from the time that she was a teacher as well as from her personal experiences as a mom to three children.
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