Joining a Family Friendly Estate

[GreyNewport 0]

Hi,

Looking for a fresh start, I stumbled on a multi-sim suburban setup that looks like a good place so far.  Currently, I'm by myself on a quarter-sim parcel that I'm not fully using.  This place has smaller lots, but they do come with nice houses with enough space.  They also have events, what appears to be an active elementary school, and some strong rules in place to make things family friendly.  

I've been around SL for a long time, occasionally joined groups, but mostly been a loner.  Trying to be more social would probably be a good idea. 

Does anybody have any advice when it comes to these places?  Is it a good idea to have a child and a separate adult avatar to take advantage of everything they have to offer, and if so, any advice on playing a strictly G-rated child avatar?