I find that I spend a lot of wasted time on the internet without real direction or aim. This can be especially true for kids. At my work, we do our best to not allow students to use the internet unless it is absolutely mandatory for class. Everything on the internet, however, isn't terrible. I've come up with a list of 5 websites to keep your kids occupied and intellectually stimulated.
1. http://www.tedxyouthday.com/talks/
If you haven't heard of TED talks, then this link will also interest you. At TED.com they post lectures, speeches and presentations from an event that hosts the top minds in the world in various subjects. Recently the TED foundation has sponsored events aimed at kids, even having kids deliver the speeches. It's an educational video series that presents new and interesting ideas that will be intriguing for parent and child.
2. http://pbskids.org/
PBS kids has a kid-friendly website that provides interactive games that are also educational.
3. http://www.funbrain.com/
Another educational and interactive website for kids.
4. http://bartleby.com/
Aimed at a slightly older crowd, so again a plus for parents, bartleby is a great online resource for free books. Many of the classics can be found here as well as a ton of other books. If you're looking for a book to read your child that you can also be interested in, bartleby will have some great choices.
5. http://www.tempe.gov/youthlibrary/preschool/preschweb.htm
This last website has a ton of links to good reading websites for a child still in preschool. Click a link and be launched in to the world of Peter Rabbit or the Berenstain Bears.
The internet can be useful tool, as long as it's being used properly. Make sure you guide your child's internet use and check out these great websites!
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