Kevin C. Pyle (Author, Illustrator), Scott Cunningham
Bad for You: Exposing the War on Fun!
- ISBN 13:
- 9780805092899
- author:
- Kevin C. Pyle (Author, Illustrator), Scott Cunningham
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Henry Holt & Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 189
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 1.7 x 26.6 cm
- Genre:
- Young Adult, Social Issues,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Bad for You: Exposing the War on Fun! This book asks a simple question: is everything that's considered "bad" for kids actually bad? Kevin C. Pyle and Scott Cunningham explore the long-standing campaign against fun, tracing its roots back centuries to ancient Greece. They examine the science behind modern concerns like social media and violent video games, and present a compelling case for why kids need to be allowed to have fun. Through eye-grabbing graphics and engaging text, Bad for You debunks myths and misconceptions about childhood, revealing a more nuanced understanding of what's truly important for young people. By examining the history of this "war on fun", the authors give kids - and parents - the power to make informed decisions about their own lives. With its unique blend of research, humor, and insight, Bad for You is a worthwhile read for anyone who wants to understand the complexities of childhood in the 21st century.