iEmily

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Common Sense Media says

Girls who get over stale design will find smart health info.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that iEmily is a site for teen and preteen girls offering information and resources on many different health topics. There's a section on sexual health, and the site touches on heavier issues like abuse, rape, and self-injury. There's also content on nutrition, fitness, skin care, and other topics of interest to a younger audience.

  • The site includes positive messages about staying healthy, resisting peer pressure, making smart choices, and other important issues.
  • Some of the articles and first-person stories discuss abuse and sexual assault.
  • The site covers the basics of sexual health, including anatomy, pregnancy options, birth control, STDs, and sexual orientation.
  • No profanity.

Is it any good?

 

Teens and preteens who are used to sophisticated sites with sleek design and lots of interactive features might find IEMILY a bit basic. The site was launched in 2000, and it still has the look and feel of that era. On the plus side, iEmily has hundreds of articles on topics ranging from healthy recipes to feng shui to hiccups, so there's no shortage of reading material.


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What families can talk about

  • Every family has different opinions on the best approach to discussing sex and sexual health. Talk about your values and expectations when it comes to sex. Some teens are afraid to talk to their parents about sex. Would your teens feel comfortable approaching you if they had a question or concern? Why or why not?

  • Discuss how the media may impact your teen's health, especially relating to body image and sex. Read Common Sense Media's Sex and Media Tips and Diet Messages and Unhealthy Bodies.


This review was written by Susan Yudt
Kid, 12 years old
October 9, 2011
 
BASIC
I think it's really basic

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Kid, 11 years old
November 6, 2011
 
Perfecto
I think its really good for GIRLS entering puberty. The reason Im emphsizing the word girls is becuase I know about the sickos of this words, aahem all the boys of this world, and they luagh at some of this stuff! >:(

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Teen, 13 years old
December 17, 2011
 
educational
very educational its good for girls who dont no whats going on with their bodies :P

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This review was written by Susan Yudt
Genre:Educational

This review was written by Susan Yudt

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About our rating system
ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
Learning ratings
BEST: Really engaging, great learning approach.
GOOD: Pretty engaging, good learning approach.
FAIR: Somewhat engaging, OK learning approach.
NOT FOR LEARNING: Not recommended for learning.

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