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Any suggestions for SAFE online apps for kids connecting

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NorfolkMumof2 · 02/12/2016 17:44

So, we tried Movie Star Planet and Roblox....and we have just removed both as I wasn't happy with their chat room security. Commonsense Media give both poor feedback. I'm now searching for something appropriate for 9-10 year olds to play/build/connect on...any ideas most welcome. It's a minefield out there! Thanks, in advance. Smile

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StoorieHoose · 02/12/2016 17:52

Minecraft and pick a family friendly UK server - mods are normally great and on the ball and if I can remember what one DD used to go in ill post a message

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scaevola · 02/12/2016 17:56

I was going to suggest Minecraft too. Set up your own server and only allow people you know in RL to join.

Other than that, your options are limited to non-existent, because of what is inherent in connectivity, ie you cannot know (unless vetting them yourself) who the other users are let alone what they might say.

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NorfolkMumof2 · 02/12/2016 18:14

Thanks. Minecraft is perfect, yes. It's difficult as they get older....

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scaevola · 02/12/2016 19:48

As they get older, they can out-tech you easily.

So forget about anything working other than the standards you instill in them now, in the hope that gives them healthy boundaries

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Fluffy36 · 13/12/2016 22:37

Mine craft and my now 6th former, who wants to be a Gelogist, had his rocks passion started by Minecraft. It's great stuff.

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