The Dangers of Social Media
Élise, a curious 12-year-old, goes against her mother's rules and dives into the world of Instachat, seeking connection and excitement. However, as she becomes part of the social media world, she faces the harsh reality of online negativity and begins to feel isolated and stressed. With the guidance of her sister Julie, Élise slowly begins to learn the importance of self-acceptance and standing up for what is right, even if it is contrary to what her peers and the "rules" of social media dictate. Will Élise learn the dangers of seeking validation behind screens? Will she learn how important real connections are in a digital world?
Level 2
Unique Words: 175
Total Words: 1,800
Tense: présent
Glossary: yes
©2023. French. 5 x 8 inches. Softcover, 72 pages plus glossary.
About the Author
Theresa Marrama, a CI French teacher in northern New York, writes comprehensible readers in French and Spanish. She believes in the power of reading, and hopes her books will help to engage students and foster a love of reading and language acquisition.