Top 10 Social Sites for Kids

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Believe it or not, Facebook and Twitter aren't the only cool social networking sites on the Web. But before you register for any of these sites, be sure to read our Social Networking Tips and share them with your kid, so the whole family is on the same page about safe and responsible social networking behavior.


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ScuttlePad (2010): Social network with training wheels is safe, but limited. Ages 7+











togetherville

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Togetherville (2010): Kids' social site connects to parents' Facebook friends. Ages 7+











my secret circle

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My Secret Circle (2009): Invitation-only social network limited to real-life friends. Ages 8+










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Yoursphere (2009): Kid-only social network promises to block dangerous adults. Ages 9+










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GiantHello (2010): Facebook-lite gets a lot right, but watch out for games. Ages 10+











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Sweety High (2010): Fun, closed social network for girls is strong on privacy. Ages 11+
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Imbee (2011): Safer social networking if parents stay involved. Ages 12+











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Glogster (2009): Creative social site tainted by some bad apples. Ages 13+











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Posterous (2009): Privacy settings and ease of use make blogging site a hit. Ages 13+











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YourCaus e (2009): An easy, fun, socially networked way to fundraise. Ages 13+

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