This book teaches parents how to navigate and use the technology that is part of their child s life. Each chapter walks the reader through a different issue of technology that kids and teens are wading into. Brian's easy-to-follow instructions and how to tips will help the reader:
- Address safety and awareness in online browsing
- Deal with internet pornography and its draw for teens
- Talk with your child about texting and sexting Set time limits and restrictions with video games
- Understand the role of social networking in the lives of teens
- Learn to protect your high schooler s online reputation
- And many more issues.
This full color book includes 28 photographs, 22 infographics, and 18 resources that help bring the technical information to life. Every parent struggles to find a balance with cell phones, social networks, and video games in the lives of their kids. Most parents feel overwhelmed and ill-equipped to set boundaries for their kids because they don t know what to do with the technology themselves. Tech Savvy Parenting will give parents the practical tools and resources needed to help the whole family use technology wisely and responsibly. It is a valuable resource allowing parents to move from being frustrated to being tech savvy.
Brian Housman has been working with parents and teenagers for more than twenty years. He has served in a variety of positions such as youth pastor, school administrator, teaching pastor, and camp director. Brian speaks at conferences, churches, schools, and camps each year. He has led student and parent programs from coast to coast, as well as, several international locations. He is the executive director of the 360 Family Conference. Brian and his wife, Mona, have two teenagers of their own. Besides loving and shaping their own children, together they enjoy coaching other parents.
Paperback: | 152 pages |
Publisher: | Randall House; first edition (June 24, 2014) |
Language: | English |
ISBN: | 978-0892656868 |
Product Dimensions: | 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches |
Shipping Weight: | 11.2 ounces |
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