A cute, creative story about children and their texts, tweets, posts and pics. Don’t be mean and irresponsible! That’s the straight-to-the-point advice “Screen” has for young readers who are active on social media.
Whether tapping out messages on their computers, tablets or phones, Screen wants kids to know their words – the kind and the cruel – will follow them for life, creating a digital trail that can't be erased.
The Technology Tail is part of the Communicate with Confidence book series that offers a timeless message to a new generation just learning how to navigate the fast-changing digital age. Written for children in grades 1 through 6, this storybook uses rhymes and colorful illustrations to grab their attention. There are also tips for parents and teachers who want to reinforce kindness and respect in a high-tech world.
Julia Cook, a former educator and school counselor, has written many books for children and teachers, including the popular page-turners
I Just Don t Like the Sound of No!, Making Friends Is an Art! and
That Rule Doesn't Apply to Me! Her activity guides for teachers offer classroom-ready fun to reinforce the life lessons shared in her storybooks.
Among her many awards, Julia has received the Association for Educational Publishers Distinguished Achievement Award, and her books have been honored by The National Parenting Center and Mom s Choice Awards.