The opt-out family: How to give your kids what technology can't
Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan (2024), 320 pp.
ISBN 978-0-310-34569-5 (pbk)
"The Opt-Out Family unveils compelling research and startling insights from Erin Loechner's experiences as a social media trailblazer and former influencer, as well as practical and creative ways to transform your family's relationship with today's ever-evolving technology." (Publisher description)
Introduction: It Started with a Rope Swing, 1
1 The Algorithm: What the Numbers Say and Why It Matters, 11
2 Disrupt: Casting the Vision for a Better Tomorrow, 27
3 The Strategy: Developing a Foolproof Plan, 47
4 N of 1: Discovering What Delights Our Kids Most, 63
5 iPerson: Supporting a Low-Tech, High-Impact Educational Experience, 77
6 Are You There, Siri? Reclaiming Wonder for a Worn Generation, 97
7 Game On: How to Challenge Our Kids and Encourage Healthy Risks, 111
8 AutoPlay: Building Momentum, Creativity, and Flow into Your Family Culture, 137
9 Alexa, Meet Baby: Reevaluating the Digital Path We're Paving, 159
10 Network Effect: Establishing Your Child's Inner Circle, 177
11 Digital Literacy: Learning a New Way Forward, 195
12 +Follow: Earning Influence and Authority in Your Home, 213
13 Code the System: Establishing Rhythms and Supporting Values in Your Home, 233
14 Trust and Safety: Preparing independent Kids for the World Ahead, 257
Closing Invitation "Turn Your Head", 277
Appendix: The Opt-Out Family Pledge, 285
1 The Algorithm: What the Numbers Say and Why It Matters, 11
2 Disrupt: Casting the Vision for a Better Tomorrow, 27
3 The Strategy: Developing a Foolproof Plan, 47
4 N of 1: Discovering What Delights Our Kids Most, 63
5 iPerson: Supporting a Low-Tech, High-Impact Educational Experience, 77
6 Are You There, Siri? Reclaiming Wonder for a Worn Generation, 97
7 Game On: How to Challenge Our Kids and Encourage Healthy Risks, 111
8 AutoPlay: Building Momentum, Creativity, and Flow into Your Family Culture, 137
9 Alexa, Meet Baby: Reevaluating the Digital Path We're Paving, 159
10 Network Effect: Establishing Your Child's Inner Circle, 177
11 Digital Literacy: Learning a New Way Forward, 195
12 +Follow: Earning Influence and Authority in Your Home, 213
13 Code the System: Establishing Rhythms and Supporting Values in Your Home, 233
14 Trust and Safety: Preparing independent Kids for the World Ahead, 257
Closing Invitation "Turn Your Head", 277
Appendix: The Opt-Out Family Pledge, 285
