Parents need to know that this based-on-a-true story drama about a brutal 1970s gangster isn't for kids. He commits extremely violent acts, which are depicted explicitly (often with guns) and ...

Parents need to know that Abbott Elementary is creator/writer/star Quinta Brunson's mockumentary-style comedy series that takes place in an underfunded Philadelphia elementary school. The humor is ...

Parents need to know that Black Panther is the first film in the Marvel cinematic universe to center on a superhero of color: African prince-turned-king T'Challa (Chadwick Boseman), aka the Black ...

Parents need to know that The Good Dinosaur-- Pixar's lush animated prehistoric saga that successfully melds Finding Nemo and E.T.-- has stunning visuals, moments of clever humor, strong messages ...

Parents need to know that The Bourne Identity is a thrilling action movie that's packed with violence, including machine gun fights, intense hand-to-hand combat, a stabbing, and several glimpses of ...

Parents need to know that The Fault in Our Stars is a tear-jerking love story about two deep-thinking teens with cancer and is based on one of the most beloved young adult books in recent history, by ...

The coming-of-age story is a timeless genre -- often poignant, usually powerful, and sometimes funny -- and movies with this theme can be a great way to expose kids to important life lessons. These ...

With no homework or school to worry about, summer can be the perfect time for kids and teens to crack open a great book. And while beach reads can be a fun escape, sometimes they're more style than ...

The rapid changes that affect kids' bodies and minds can be confusing, if not scary. And talking about their feelings can be hard, so it can help them to use outside resources. These thoughtful sites ...

One of the easiest ways to get kids hooked on reading is to get them into a great book series. All it takes is a captivating Book 1, and they're off and running. Fantasy, mystery, science fiction, ...

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From hilarious headlines to pretend pundits, satire is a huge force in both news and entertainment. Sometimes, it's way too easy to mistake satire for fake news, which can leave kids (and parents) ...