Pages of Interest
Christmas Present tips: Video games
Do your children want video games for Christmas? Read Kids and Media's tips!
ParentPort
Have you seen or heard something in the media that is inappropriate for children? Have your say at ParentPort.
iPad apps for children
iPad's have proven to be hugely popular among children and young people. Kids and Media have compiled a list of some great apps for your iPad.
What is social life?
The perception of what constitutes friendship, social life and reality may be completely different from one generation to the next.
What to do if…?
Try Kids and Media's points of conversation on safe use of digital media, suitable for a conversation between parents and their child or teenager.
Ofcom: UK Children’s media literacy
A new report from Ofcom gives an overview of media literacy among children and young people.
How important is the computer?
Q&A: Is it true that the computer is of such vital importance for performance in online games?
What does it take to become a good gamer?
Learn what it takes - in order to understand and interact as a parent.
Gaming addiction: Should I seek help?
Q&A: My son spends large amounts of time playing World of Warcraft, and he refuses to talk to us about it.
Advice on RuneScape?
Q&A: I have a 9 year old son who wants to play ”RuneScape”. Do you have any advice on whether or not I should allow him to play?
Roblox
Q&A: Our 9 year old son has created an account at roblox.com. Is this a safe website for children?
WolfTeam – suitable for 13-year-olds?
Q&A: I have a 13 year old son who plays an online game called WolfTeam. Is this a suitable game for children?
Suitable online game?
Q&A: We have a 10 year old son who wants to download a free online game called CrossFire. Is this a suitable game for children of his age?
Fun games for holiday road trips
A fun and entertaining video game can make a holiday road trip a more pleasant experience.
How much gaming is too much?
Q&A: My 6-year-old son plays computer games all the time, and does little else. Do you have any good advice?
Tips on safe use of social games
The merging of social networks and games is becoming increasingly widespread. The Austrian Awareness Centre has compiled some great tips for parents regarding the safe use of Social Games.
My son plays too much
Q&A: My son plays video games all afternoon and spends no time with friends. Do you have any advice on how to make him play less?
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Should I allow my nine-year-old daughter to play “Star Wars: The Clone Wars”, which has a PEGI 12 age rating?
Halo 3 ODST
I am wondering if the game Halo (which has a 16 year old age limit) has this limit because of violent content or the level of difficulty?
Call of Duty
The largely popular video game Call of Duty is a game for adults, but a lot of children want to play the game.
Which handheld console to choose?
Both Nintendo and Sony create game consoles for people on the move.
What console should I choose?
Playstation 3? Nintendo Wii? Xbox 360 Live? Kids and Media helps you decide which games console suits your family best!
Grand Theft Auto
My son would (13) like to buy a game called GTA IV, but I am aware it is rated as an adult game. He says many of his friends are playing Grand Theft Auto games.
World of Warcraft all day
I have a teenage boy who is completely obsessed with the game World of Warcraft.
Age limits on games
We have three boys aged 9, 11 and 13, and the two eldest are especially keen on computer games. Now we’re experiencing a lot of nagging to play games age marked 16+.
Symptoms of Video Game Addiction in Teens
Although it hasn't been given an "official" diagnosis, addiction-like behaviours with computer, video and Internet gaming have noticeably increased among both teenagers and adults.
Why Won't My Child Stop Playing Video Games?
It's not difficult to understand the appeal of video games.
Violence and Video Games
As the level of violence in video games has increased, so has concern for the effects on those who play - especially those who play a lot.
What Is Computer and Video Game Addiction?
For most young people, playing games on a computer, video game console, or handheld device is just a regular part of the day.
How to avoid children getting addicted to games
Kids and Media have visited young game developers at Game Garden in the Netherlands. Read what they think the parents can do to reduce the risk of children getting too involved in the games media.
Take part in your children´s game playing.
Parent's stories: Our son just turned 18, and has had different games consoles since he was 6 years old. The most important thing we as parents have done through his childhood is to show genuine interest in his games, taking part in his playing and letting him be our “teacher”.
Kids and Media’s advice on games for parents
Children can have a lot of fun playing computer games. There are many great games that both entertain and aid learning. Give your children the best games, facilitate positive and sociable games experiences – and dare to define boundaries!
Young family meets the media
Parent's stories: We have children aged four and three, and they have already started using digital media. In the beginning we sat down with them and told them a little about the computer and the games, and helped them get started.
How do you establish good playing habits at home?
Parent's stories: I’m a father of two children aged five and eight. Both love playing video and computer games, and had they been allowed to decide over their own schedules, they’d probably have spent most of their time awake in front of a screen.
What does Kids and Media think of GTA IV?
The game Grand Theft Auto has since the first edition shocked and fascinated people all over the world, but it has never been a game for children.
