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Parents need to know that the fantasy violence in Over the Moon is only mildly scary, and the sadder scenarios -- a dying mother, a "Chamber of Exquisite Sadness" for the grief stricken -- ultimately ...

Common Sense is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive.

Common Sense is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive.

A new type of relationship is emerging in teens' lives—one that feels like connection but is powered by code. Our new research reveals that nearly three in four teens have used AI companions, and half ...

The fifth iteration of the Common Sense Census: Media Use by Kids Zero to Eight advances a long-running research series that examines trends in the media consumption of young children, providing ...

Parents need to know that The Avengers is a superhero adventure in which many of Marvel's major characters -- including Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.), Captain America (Chris Evans), Thor (Chris ...

In an era when artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly embedded in everyday life, teens are navigating complex challenges around trust, authenticity, and online safety. This new research brief ...

Parents need to know that Hotel Transylvania is a good introductory "monster movie" for little kids. The monsters are tame, and the story focuses on Dracula (voiced by Adam Sandler) and his daughter, ...

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 20, 2024 — Common Sense Media and OpenAI today launched "ChatGPT Foundations for K-12 Educators," a free course designed to help teachers understand and responsibly implement the ...

The teen years are often marked by heightened stress and increasing pressures. From personal relationships to future plans, teens must juggle expectations from family, teachers, friends, social media, ...

Parents need to know that Monster Summer is a 1980s/'90s-style teen horror adventure directed by Disney Channel alum David Henrie. The vibe is The Sandlot meets Stranger Things, but with very little ...