'Virtual' worlds luring children - The Boston Globe

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Children have always built their own fantasy worlds. These days, the Internet is making it easier -- perhaps too easy, some say.

Spurred by the popularity of social networking sites such as MySpace and Facebook, a host of companies are developing social sites for children, with names like Club Penguin, Be-Bratz, Habbo Hotel, and Whyville.

'Virtual' worlds luring children - The Boston Globe