Anime fans -- as you know if you have any living in your house -- are passionate about the characters and series they love. This list includes some of our favorites for kids, teens and older tweens.

AI-enabled toys and child-focused devices are quickly moving from novelty to mainstream holiday offerings, marketed as playful, educational, and increasingly conversational companions for young ...

SAN FRANCISCO, October 8, 2025 — Common Sense Media today released new research into how boys' online habits relate to their identities, self-esteem, and development. According to the report, "Boys in ...

Parents need to know that A Perfect Pairing is a family-friendly romance starring Victoria Justice and Adam Demos that's set against the worlds of Australian sheep farming and wine importing. Thanks ...

Parents need to know that The Legend of Hei II is an anime movie about a young spirit's quest. A sequel to 2019's The Legend of Hei, it features fantasy battles ...

SAN FRANCISCO, September 5, 2025—Common Sense Media today released a comprehensive risk assessment of Google's Gemini, which has added protections for kids and teens under 18, revealing safety and ...

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Common Sense is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive.

A new type of relationship is emerging in teens' lives—one that feels like connection but is powered by code. Our new research reveals that nearly three in four teens have used AI companions, and half ...

Parents need to know that Nic Stone's Dear Martin tells the story of an Ivy League-bound African American student named Justyce who becomes a victim of racial profiling. He struggles to reconcile the ...

The fifth iteration of the Common Sense Census: Media Use by Kids Zero to Eight advances a long-running research series that examines trends in the media consumption of young children, providing ...

The teen years are often marked by heightened stress and increasing pressures. From personal relationships to future plans, teens must juggle expectations from family, teachers, friends, social media, ...