Common Sense Media & Common Sense Education [web resource]
Since 2003, Common Sense has been a leading source of entertainment and technology recommendations for families and schools.
Common Sense Media rates movies, TV shows, podcasts, books, and more so families can feel good about the entertainment choices they make for their kids. We offer the largest, most trusted library of independent age-based ratings and reviews. Our timely parenting advice supports families as they navigate the challenges and possibilities of raising kids in the digital age.
Common Sense Education supports K–12 schools with everything educators need to empower the next generation of digital citizens. Our innovative, award-winning Digital Citizenship Curriculum prepares students with lifelong habits and skills, supports teachers with training and recognition, and engages families and communities with helpful tips and tools. Schools everywhere rely on our free curriculum, expert advice, and edtech ratings to help kids thrive.
Common Sense programs
Research Program
Leading the way with original research reports.
The Common Sense Research Program provides unique, data-driven insights into families’ and educators’ experiences with media and technology. Our original research reports provide reliable, independent data on the impact of media and tech use on kids’ physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development.
Latino Program
Creating culturally relevant content for Spanish-speaking families.
The Common Sense Latino Program blends culture and language to connect with Spanish-speaking families and respond to their unique media and technology needs, empowering families to navigate the digital world with confidence. Today, we have an engaged and growing Latinx community online and offline.
Privacy Program
Supporting a more secure digital future for kids everywhere.
The Common Sense Privacy Program evaluates popular applications and ed tech products so parents and educators can make informed choices about the media and tech they use with kids and so schools and districts can participate in evaluating the technology used in K–12 classrooms.
Digital Citizenship Program
The award-winning K–12 Digital Citizenship Curriculum addresses top concerns for schools and educators, prepares students to make smart choices online and in life, supports teachers with training and recognition, and engages the whole community through family outreach.
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The K–12 Digital Citizenship Curriculum was designed and developed in partnership with Project Zero at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.