This site gives definitions of the rating system used for television shows (TV-Y, TV-14, etc.) It also gives answers to frequently asked questions relating to TV monitoring, such as the v-chip.
After getting to this website, click on “parental control help” under the top category, Cable Help. This will give you tips and information on how to set parental controls when using Charter cable.
This website offers reviews on books, movies, TV, video games and more. It also features articles, tip sheets, a newsletter, and other resources on topics related to teens (like obesity, teens and sex, academics, body image, violence, and more). A great resource for getting information about topics that are important to teens and tweens.
This site is a storehouse of pop culture information and programming ideas that will help youth workers use media to relate the gospel to teenagers. We've tried to make a strong distinction between ideas that are meant for use within a youth group setting and ideas that are offered for use outside the youth group with kids who've seen a questionable movie or listened to a questionable artist.
This website is a great place to get ratings (rated by parents) on the latest shows on TV. It uses a red light, yellow light, green light approach and gives details about each show. It also displays an up-to-date “tv guide” using the color three color system to let you know if shows are family friendly. This website also gives you a voice by sharing names, phone numbers, and email addresses of ad sponsors, as well as contact info on the network affiliates. Use this website to keep up on the latest efforts that this non-profit organization is undertaking in attempt to keep harmful and negatives images from affecting our children.
Curious about the latest blockbuster movie or favorite TV show? Find movie and TV show ratings, content information and additional resources here. It's easy to help your child choose music you both can be happy with. Click here for resources to help you make easy music decisions. Need help choosing video games appropriate for your family? Find ratings and content information for video games here.
A GREAT website from Focus on the Family featuring articles on youth culture and reviews on books, movies, video games, television, music, and DVDs. This site features upcoming movies, new releases, as well as a great archive of older movies. Christian. E-subscription available. (Click on About Us at the bottom and then subscribe).
Sponsored by the Ad Council, this website gives parents the tools and information they need to guide their children’s television consumption. This sites gives information on age-appropriate programming, tips on how to use parental controls on televisions, and more.