E-Readers
Amazon Kindle
Unlike other devices, the Amazon Kindle line offers devices that include ads in order to lower the cost to the end-user. These ads are for products on Amazon.com, and include eBooks, videos, and other products. We would recommend ignoring the $15 cost savings and opting for the ad-free version, as the ads cannot be controlled.
Kindle Fire HD
The Kindle Fire HD is a difficult device to filter and therefore we concur with the statement (from “Protect Young Eyes”) that the Kindle Fire HD is not a good choice for children. There are, however, steps that can be taken to protect it for those who do have one.
Amazon Resources
Kindle Fire 1st Generation: Link
Kindle Fire 2nd Generation: Link
Kindle Fire 3rd Generation to Present: Link
Amazon Kids (previously Free Time) Child Friendly Content: Link
Qustodio for Kindle Fire: Link
3rd Party Resources
Remove Ads on Kindle Fire HDX: Link
Parental Guide from Protect Young Eyes: Link
Setup Guide from NetNanny: Link
Kindle eReader
The Kindle eReader contains an experimental web browser that allows access to Amazon’s website and the open internet. Although the Kindle eReader is not built for web browsing, since it is black and white and also fairly slow, there are still concerns with content both in the browser and in the book store.
Amazon Resources
eReader Parental Controls: Link
Free Time (Child Friendly) App: Link
Parental Controls for In-App Purchases: Link
Barnes & Noble Nook
Nook Profiles
Just like users in Windows or macOS, Nook provides the capability to set different profiles for different users on their eReaders. Setting up a child profile will allow the parent (adult or primary profile) to control purchases, restrict content, and review activity.
Overview on Profile Setup: Link
Nook General FAQ: Link
3rd Party Illustrated Instructions (2012): Link
Parental Control Settings
Instructions on the various settings inside the Nook Parental Controls can be found here: Link