| Consuming Innocence: Popular Culture and Our Children Contributor(s): Brooks, Karen (Author) |
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ISBN: 0702236454 ISBN-13: 9780702236457 Publisher: University of Queensland Pr (Australia) OUR PRICE: $26.55 Product Type: Paperback Published: April 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Children's Studies - Family & Relationships | Life Stages - General |
| Dewey: 305.230 |
| LCCN: 2008378034 |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 6" W x 8.9" (0.90 lbs) 325 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Family |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Thoroughly researched by an expert in the field of media studies, this examination explores the complex relationship that kids have with popular culture--including television, movies, the internet, books, magazines, celebrities, toys, and fashion. Fearlessly questioning the involvement of corporations that target kids and promote sexuality, this analysis evaluates the effects of media saturation on children and families. This timely guide is an essential resource that offers practical advice on how to engage in popular culture with children and how to understand their relationship with media and new technology. |
