Every Parent's Guide to Navigating our Digital World

“my favorite thing about this book is that it doesn’t take a doom-and-gloom approach to technology. it recognizes the bad parts and the good parts, providing a road map for the future.”

- Jon Acuff, New York Times Bestselling author of Do Over

"The cry of every parent and church leader in this generation is “How do I help create media-safe homes?” This is a wonderful resource that gives practical answers to the most-often asked questions about how to handle social media. I loved the sections on setting limits and the importance of dealing with bullying and porn. This is my go-to book for parents." 

— Dr. Jim Burns, President, HomeWord, author of Confident Parenting

"As parents of two teenage boys, this resource couldn’t be more timely or relevant for us. We’re so glad to discover it. This highly accessible book is not only grounded in research, it’s immeasurably practical. If you’re a parent, you’ll want to read this book—and you’ll be a better parent because of it!" 

—Drs. Les & Leslie Parrott, authors of Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts

"As a parent of teenagers, this is the book I wish I’d had ten years ago before smartphones and social media challenged the skillsets of parenting. The first wave of trials and triumphs have come to pass, and this resource captures the best wisdom and research to help future parents stand on the shoulders of those who have come before. Steal their wisdom and read this book; you’ll be glad you did."

—Mark Matlock, author of Real World Parents

"As parents, we find ourselves living on the “digital frontier.” Like the pioneers who crossed the country to settle the Wild West, every step we take into this new technological landscape moves us further and further into uncharted territory. Figuring out how best to navigate the journey for our kids and for ourselves is not an option for parents; it’s a necessity. This book will serve you as a wise and valuable tool in your digital parenting toolbox."

—Dr. Walt Mueller, President, Center for Parent/Youth Understanding, author of Understanding Today’s Youth Culture

"This is one of the first books I’ve read about technology that didn’t make me feel defeated as a parent. Filled with practical suggestions and rooted in research, the FYI team avoids the typical approaches that vilify or glamorize digital connections. Raising culturally intelligent kids requires this kind of redemptive approach to technology."

—Dr. David Livermore, cultural intelligence and global leadership expert and author

"Wise, practical, and fun to read. Pare...

chapter 1: what is the real goal?

chapter 2: why do my kids constantly check their phones?

chapter 3: how can i help my family actually be together when we’re in the same room?

chapter 4: how can i supervise what my kids are saying and sharing without making them feel like they’re under surveillance?

chapter 5: how can i help my kids become good digital citizens?

chapter 6: how (and when) can i gracefully take off the media training wheels?

appendix: 10 things every parent should know about gaming