Grading the Movies offers information on current movies, videos, music, and video games that will assist families in determining what entertainment products meet their standards. Developed seven years ago for newspaper syndication, Grading the Movies continues to expand. Now with web access, over 400 movie reviews are available in family appropriate language. Add the ability for parents to make their own comments and grade movies on sex, violence, and language, and you’ll see why Grading the Movies is a one-stop site for every family’s entertainment decisions.
Shyness – Kids and Teens
April 28, 2000 -- From Dorothy, a parent from New York, USA who is affiliated with the site
This web site is aimed at helping shy kids, teens and parents. It has a lot of good information, practical tips and suggestions. The site offers sections for kids, teens and parents with a great book review section.
KidSolutions
April 8, 2000 -- From Paul, a reader from Maryland, USA who is affiliated with the site
KidSolutions features plenty of great ideas for things to do together as a family. Crafts, games, recipes, science experiments, parties, rainy-day activities, holiday activities and much more. Plus, plenty of answers to parenting problems – e.g., tips on potty training, sleep problems, handling loss & grief, church carnivals, and a whole lot more. All archived for your browsing convenience, or receive all these great ideas weekly via email.
parentsknow.com
February 22, 2000 -- From Links Editor, a reader from New York City, NY who is affiliated with the site
Parentsknow.com is the largest and most visited parenting website in New York City. The site features a comprehensive calendar of events for NYC families, along with the largest archive of parenting news and information.
Home and Play
February 21, 2000 -- From Michael, 15 years old from Atlantic Canada who is affiliated with the site
We’ve got lots of stories (including a novel I wrote with my mom when I was 11), arts and crafts, fingerplays, interesting facts, wacky rhymes, caption contest, advice column and lots more. People really seem to like the page. I’ve been doing this Webpage with my mom to try and help my Auntie Gail. She used to work with little kids until she was in two bad car accidents. She hasn’t been able to work for a long time. I’m trying to get an income for her and also make her feel like she’s useful by helping parents and kids have fun together learning and growing.
Screenit
January 19, 2000 -- From Linda S., a parent from San Jose, CA who is not affiliated with the site
This site gives parents a very complete review of recently released movies, videos, DVDs, and music. It breaks them down into 12 categories including violence, sex, nudity, as well as imitative behavior, disrespectful behavior, tense family situations, inappropriate music and frightening scenes. It is a great site if you have any doubts whether you want your child to see a particular movie.
The Family Corner.com
January 13, 2000 -- From Amanda Formaro, a parent from Kenosha, WI who is affiliated with the site
Parents are always searching for good solid advice when it comes to their family and home life. This site has everything from teens, fitness, home decorating and harvesting your herb garden.