About this episode

Kelly discusses the cultural implications of Toy Story 5, focusing on the impact of technology on childhood and play.

Toy Story 5 is capitalizing on a truly devastating part of our culture: the loss of childhood to technology. In this briefing, Kelly highlights some of the most important aspects of the movie to help parents grasp the weight of what it depicts. Can a tablet be the problem with kids no longer playing, and the solution to making more friends? What does it mean to grow up too fast ? Is gaming the same as playing? Is the age of toys really over? Articles referenced: Plugged In: Toy Story 5 Scripture referenced: Proverbs 22:6   Upcoming Events: Great Homeschool Convention – Round Rock, Texas July 9-11 Kelly & Ryan will both be leading workshops and Brave Parenting will have an exhibitor booth JUST RELEASED: The Managing Media Creating Character STUDENT Study Guide ! An 8-week biblical study examining how character is impacted by media and technology. The study can be done individually, in a small group, or even as homeschool curriculum! Great for middle school, high school, and young college students to develop Christlike character, which can then guide their use of media and technology. Get your copy of the STUDENT Study Guide today! Need a kids-safe phone? Pinwheel is…

People in this episode

Host: Kelly

Topics covered

• impact of technology on childhood
• Toy Story 5 analysis
• parenting challenges
• play vs gaming
• childhood development
• media influence

Keywords

• Toy Story 5
• technology
• parenting
• childhood
• play
• gaming
• media
• character development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Brave Parenting, Plugged In

Products: Pinwheel, Managing Media Creating Character, STUDENT Study Guide

Books & works: Toy Story 5

Places: Round Rock, Texas

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