DR. KATHY KOCH (pronounced "cook") is the founder of Celebrate Kids, Inc., where she uses her expertise in educational psychology to help parents inspire children in their unique strengths and to thrive in their identity. She is a prolific author and sought after speaker, known for addressing contemporary challenges in parenting and education with practical, faith-integrated strategies through books and nationwide speaking engagements. Her work emphasizes the integration of Christian principles, aiming to foster character growth, identity formation, and spiritual development in children. You can learn more and access her podcasts, books, and more at www.CelebrateKids.com.
"If you're a parent of teens or preteens, or you work with teens or
preteens, you've undoubtedly experienced the phenomenon of teens
stuck to their screens-whether it's phones, tablets, computers, or
other technology. And, you've likely noticed the difficulty of
talking with these tech-savy kids who have grown up not knowing
what life is like without technology at their fingertips. In her
latest book, Screens and Teens: Connecting With Our Kids in a
Wireless World, Dr. Kathy Koch, helps parents and youth workers
explore these topics and discover principles and practices to
connect with teens who seem inseparable from their screens.
Koch explores the following topics:
technology and our deepest human needs;
truths about today's teens;
less and more (less screen time, more family time);
lies that come through to teens through technology;
and the ultimate connectivity.
While Koch provides a lot of amazing advice, personal anecdotes and
real-life stories, she also takes a biblical approach to
communication, which I wholeheartedly appreciate. And, there's a
discussion guide included at the back of the book, and its purpose
is to jumpstart discusions about technology and its influence.
These are great questions that can be used in a small group study
setting, in a parenting class, or even by parents and their
teens.
This book is full of practical advice. There were some "Oh, yeah.
That's the truth" moments and there were some of those lightbulb,
"Now it makes sense moments!" I've come away from Screens and Teens
with some very easy-to-implement strategies and ideas as I navigate
life with a teen and do my best to disciple her to become more
Christ-like.
I highly recommend Screens and Teens for parents, youth pastors,
youth teachers-anyone who deals with teens regularly. It's an easy,
yet challenging read, but one that will equip you to better connect
with and communicate with the teens and preteens in your life.
Learn more at www.screensandteens.com
Screens and Teens is written by Dr. Kathy Koch is the Founder and
President of Celebrate Kids, Inc., a Christian ministry based in
Fort Worth, Texas. She is an internationally celebrated speaker who
has influenced thousands of parents, teachers, and children in 30
countries through keynote messages, workshops, seminars,
assemblies, and other events. Find out more about the author at
www.DrKathyKoch.com.
* Note: I received a copy of this book from NetGalley for this
honest review."
Reviewed by Laura Langley, Feb 4, 2015
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