Unplugged: Ella Gets Her Family Back [Hardcover]

When Ella finally makes her move, it gets everyones attention.At first there is some confusioncould Ella just want a cell phone of herown?? But Ella makes clear that what shereally wants is her family back. Will they all agree that its time to makesome changes? And what word do you think Ella will use the next time she playsHangman with her brother Carlos? This is a lively book about the issue ofmanaging technology so that it can become more family friendly.Being tethered to our screens 24/7 is of hugesocietal concern to children, families and teachers. It seems insolvable but itisnt! In an inspired and inspiring example of taking on challenges, LauraPedersens UNPLUGGED shows how a child comes up with a solution that gives herand her family what our studies show they want mosttime to be together andhave fun. Ellen Galinsky,President, Families and Work Institute, and authorof Mind in the Making: The SevenEssential Life Skills That Every Child NeedsThis book is fantastic! It makes me feel like Im not crazy for not letting my son get plugged in yet to television, apps, or cell phones.This is a great book for all families and is a gentle request for families to unplug and remember to spend time with each other.... Its a fantastic book that is entertaining and gently asks you to assess being constantly plugged in and the toll that it can take on your family, We highly, highly recommend this book.I love the message of this book! It is well-told in the story. I like Ellas cleverness and creativity. She probably has it because she is not plugged in! All families should read this book and learn from the message given in itspend more time with each other!Laura Pedersen's Unplugged is a delightful book about the importance of face-to-face family time. Parents today need to model a balanced approach to technology use, but our children, like Ella in this timely story, know how essential it is to have a chance to talk, play games, and eat together.Amust-have ls›