Dot.

I had the opportunity to get my hands on an Art Not Final Advanced copy of Dot. and then later a real deal hardcover by social media expert Randi Zuckerberg and I am intrigued and overall delighted. AT first I was hesitant reading it as we do not really allow our littles into technology - no matter how cute or easily they pick it up. However, this book is adorably cute and the message is sound. Yes, learn and play with the tech, but then go unplug! Very modern and appropriate for this generation.


Edit to add: After posting my review I went and read some other reviews and feel like I need to add more to my thoughts to share. In my experience with this book I do not find it to be Dot abandoned and left alone with only technology for entertainment. I see it as her imagination running wild imitating what she sees from the world around her as in her world (with a social media guru parent!) technology is definitely around and available. But the overall message of the book is not “oh look what this young child can do” it's the fact that even with technology getting outside, playing classic games, and with friends is even more important and fun is to be found.

It is my opinion reading the overall negative reviews, that the idea of technology with a child has hit a nerve and I'm not sure those reviewers got even past the first half of the book. The “overall” message is definitely sound. Go play!

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