Award-Winning Books for Teens Last updated: August 6, 2025 With so many excellent young adult books published each year, it can be difficult for teen readers to determine which ones are the best. Each ...

Common Sense Media editors help you choose TV Shows with LGBTQ+ Characters and Leads. Role models, inspirational stories, laughs, and more.

Books for Reluctant Readers Last updated: August 8, 2025 Raising a reader can be hard, especially when it's so easy for kids to find a game or device to distract them. Many kids also struggle with ...

Best Music Apps and Games for Kids Last updated: August 14, 2025 Whether you have perfect pitch or can't carry a tune, music apps and games are fun for kids of all ages -- and often for the whole ...

Games That Teach History Last updated: August 14, 2025 Frequently when it comes to non-gamers, the act of sitting in front of a console or computer to play games is a hobby at best and a waste of time ...

Common Sense Media editors help you choose Movies with Characters Who Have Learning and Attention Issues and Developmental Disabilities. Engaging stories that build understanding, compassion, and ...

Best Android Apps for Kids Last updated: August 10, 2025 With over a million choices in the Google Play Store, it can be tough to decide which apps are really worth downloading for your Android phone ...

Movies That Inspire Courage Last updated: August 8, 2025 Some of the best movies cover the important theme of courage, a key character strength that helps kids grow and succeed. Whether it’s ...

Movies That Inspire Gratitude Last updated: August 13, 2025 Gratitude is a key ingredient for kids' happiness and success (and an important life skill), but it's about much more than just saying ...

TV That Inspires Courage Last updated: August 13, 2025 A popular theme in many beloved TV shows, courage can teach kids to their fears, try new things, and stand up for what they believe in. It's a ...

Books About Puberty Last updated: August 10, 2025 The physical and emotional changes that come with puberty can be challenging for tweens, but these books can help. From expert guides filled with ...

Faith-Based Movies Last updated: August 13, 2025 Not all movies about faith come straight out of the pages of the Bible -- but they do share a foundation in positive messages and traditional values.