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6 safe social networking web sites for families

Teach your children to become responsible social media citizens on these safe family platforms. A good opportunity to get to know each other a bit better and spend time together. Whilst these web sites have strict safety rules of use, it is always best to login and test the web site yourself before showing your children how to use them. Teach your children to manage their online or screen time effectively. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommend not more than 2 hours of screen time a day for children over 2 years of age. Under 2 years it is recommended that they have no screen time.

1. Obami
 

Obami

  • A social networking site for South African schools.
  • Where teachers, parents and scholars can interact and learn together.
  • An strong emphasis on safety.
  • Membership is free.
     
2. Togetherville
  Togetherville
  • Parents can create safe online neighbourhoods for children 10 years and under to connect with family and friends.
  • Mimics adult social networks in a kid-appropriate way.
  • Play games, watch videos and create art.
  • Membership is free.
     
3. eFamily
  eFamily
  • Connect, share and preserve memories in a private, safe and intuitive social network built for families.
  • Create your own family social networking site instantly.
     
4. Ohanarama  
  Ohanarama
  • A safe and fun environment where family and friends come together for great (and educational!) gameplay and a playful social atmosphere.
  • You can challenge or be challenged by family members in age appropriate gameplay. You and your family can also work together as a team and challenge other families for bragging rights.
  • Connect with families around the world in a social, fun, all-inclusive online experience.
  • Membership is free.
     
5. Readeo
  Readeo
  • Readeo lets you and your loved ones flip through the pages of a virtual book while seeing and talking to one another on-screen—just like if you were in the same room.
  • Basic membership is free for one book per month.
  • Upgrade to paid membership for unlimited books.

     
6. Chesskid  
  Chesskid
  • A safe place for kids to learn and play chess!
  • Discover the rules and strategies of chess! Improve your game, memorization skills, patience, and sportsmanship!
  • Play against the computer or against a friend.
  • Watch video lessons too.
  • Membership is free.
  About the author:
  Cara Mullin, a successful internet entrepreneur, is founder and owner of www.kidzworld.co.za, an online resource directory and ezine for parents.
 
 
   
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