Being a parent myself, one of my concerns in today's online world is the accessibility to countless information where our kids are, or can be exposed to. Parents, as well as technology teachers, should have in mind that teaching children to be safe while surfing the web is of utmost importance. Sadly though, no matter how hard we try to prevent it, children still manages to stumble upon inappropriate content or images on the Internet.
How can sites with inappropriate content be avoided? How can you monitor your child's every move while on the computer? These are questions we need answers to. Obviously, let us not forget about the fun too. The idea is to have our kids surf safely, and not to spoil the fun away.
That said. Here are some of the best Free Internet Browsers made specifically for children in mind:
KidRocket.org
Main features:
- Desktop protection "Lockdown" with ctrl+alt+delete disabling.
- Full featured children's web browser, Internet filter.
- Interactive math flashcards with configurable math equations.
- Art section with Doodle/Paint Pad & StarBrite (Lite-Brite) game.
- Full featured parental control panel - Browser admin.
- Customizable browser colors (almost 250 colors)
- Allow/Block Printing./Allow/Block Email.
- Built-in popup blocker
- Email for Kids with Art/eCard attachments
- Online games and puzzles.
- Kidsafe website list. view approved websites
- Provides vocal prompts and confirmations, for alerts and various security related operations. - It Talks!
KidZui.com
Fun for Kids. KidZui is a free Web browser, search engine and community for kids 3-12. Kids have the freedom to learn, play, search and discover over 2 million games, websites, videos and photos on their own. KidZui has the largest number of games, websites, videos and photos reviewed by parents and teachers anywhere. Kids can find what they need to help with schoolwork, by themselves. Kids safely express themselves, with their Zui backgrounds, tags and online status.
Smart for Parents. KidZui eliminates the need for parents to constantly watch over their kids' shoulder, when they are online. Parents know what their kids are doing online and they can connect by sharing content. KidZui sends a weekly email that tells you what your kids are doing online. The KidZui parent account lets you share content and set limits. Great!
BuddyBrowser.com
Main Features:
- Safe Browsing guarantees controlled surfing - 100% protection - Kids Can Surf to only "Approved Sites"
- Thousands of fun and educational children's web sites – pre-screened & approved by category and Learning Channel: View Sample Approved Sites
- No Popup Windows - No Spyware - No Chat Rooms
- Easy-to-use kids Internet environment & Simple Parental Controls Including Optional Browsers Locking Utility
- Kids Safe Internet Searches. Exciting kids activities By Age and Gender!
- Personalized My Favorites, My School, Exciting Games, Safe Kid Search Tools, Safe Kids Mail with Parental Controls, My Home Page & So Much More!
- Special System to Rewards Kids for Online and offline Activities including Usage Control.
- Effective Parental Controls! Easy to use Parental Controls: Add/remove/approve Sites for your kids, Usage limits Per kid, Site Visit report, Parental Controls Web Access, and much more!
PikLuk.com
- PikLuk is a safe browser: As a parent, you login from anywhere into the Parent Dashboard on pikluk.com to configure websites suitable for your children. The Pikluk Browser will only allow access to these websites.
- Pikluk is a safe email system: Log into the Parent Dashboard and decide with whom your children can correspond. No one else can send them email, including spammers.
- PikLuk is a service you control via the Parent Dashboard: Log into the Parent Dashboard on pikluk.com from anywhere, even from work! The Pikluk Browser is configured by you remotely over the Internet.
The Pikluk Browser takes over your entire screen. Your computer and what's on it is completely hidden and safely locked away. The Pikluk Browser is like a full screen computer game. Your child will see only the Pikluk Browser, and, Pikluk will show only websites and emails that you allowed on the Parent Dashboard.
Kidoz.net
The Kido’z browser is a protected environment specially made for young kids that enables children to surf the internet, safely. The browser allows the kids to watch only approved content. The system enables to block links, scripts and any other attempts that lead to sites and content which have not been previously approved, preventing them from being viewed by children.
Please read this older post about the features of Kidoz Safe Internet Browsing For kids.
That's it! While all the above will provide more "peace of mind", please remember that there is no substitute for proper parental guidance and control. Happy browsing.
