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Teaches parents how movies, television and other entertainment media influence their children.
Helps parents understand the way their children learn and what is appropriate viewing at different age levels.
| COMMENTS ABOUT THE BOOK
"Ted Baehr is more than the Paul Revere of the media industry. You need to hear what he has to say!" "Practical ways for parents to protect their children from inappropriate entertainment-one of the best resources a parent can own." "A must read- a shocking expose of a well-conceived and orchestrated plan to corrupt the moral and spiritual standards not only of America but of the world Öfascinating, well researched facts." "Required reading for anyone negotiating the mind fields of todayís movies and television an encouraging revelation Four Stars!" "The MEDIA-WISE FAMILY is what I would consider the Ten Commandments of what every family should choose in making both a moral and spiritual decision before watching what their families should ingest. This book is well-researched and informs you thoroughly regarding our culture and our history. The style of the writing is clear, vivid, passionate and easily communicates its message. Itís a must-read for everyoneís family library." "This is an excellent resource, not only for families, but useful for CCD and schools as well. What Dr. Baehr says in his letter to you is true: 1) It helps parents and teachers put the media into perspective. 2) It helps parents understand the harm done by media to children at different stages of cognitive development. 3) It synthesizes years of research in this area, showing the impact on development. 4) It helps them understand the media, and develop media literacy skills. 5) Most importantly, it helps them to help their children with discernment about the different forms of media they are exposed to. I believe a parent or teacher using this tool will be surprised at how savvy children can become about movies, TV and music. The purpose was to create a tool that parents could use to help their children decide for themselves that much on TV, in music and movies is really promoting ideas and lifestyles contrary to authentic Christian family life. I believe Dr. Baehr has succeeded in do so." "THE MEDIA-WISE FAMILY is a must read for every Christian family. The insights that Ted brings to this crucial issue will not be found anywhere else. I highly recommend this book." "I admire and support the work of Dr. Theodore Baehr toward improving the ethical and spiritual standards of the entertainment media. From his new book, parents will learn how to give their children high ethical and moral standards." "For every parent who feels frustrated and powerless to protect their children from an evermore powerful electronic culture saturated with sex, violence and degradation, Ted Baehr just may give you some hope. THE MEDIA-WISE FAMILY is a thoughtful, soul-searching, and soul-enriching guidebook for surviving the Information Age and the anything-goes mentality that increasingly dominates it. Baehrís deep well of knowledge and experience in this field will help parents understand how profoundly the cultureís messages affect the emotional and moral well-being of children and how important it is to teach kids to become critical, discerning media consumers. The advice contained in THE MEDIA-WISE FAMILY will be of particular interest to those many families of faith who are struggling to reconcile their values with the torrent of spiritually-void messages bombarding our kids every day. In sum, this is a timely, truly family-friendly book that I would recommend to any parent raising a young child in America today." "I learned a lot reading Ted Baehrís THE MOVIE WISE FAMILY. It goes way beyond just letting families know what movies to watch or not watch which Ted does so well in his Movieguide publication. The book helps the family understand the seriousness of the problem with media in a way that allows them to make their own choices on how they consume media. This book should be read by every Christian leader, as well as every concerned parent." "Dr. Ted Baehrís book is a much needed and engaging study of the moral impact of todayís media. What is glibly stated and easily dismissed elsewhere, is presented here backed by excellent research and with a clear call to action. This is a cause that can be embraced by every reader, for ultimately the consumer has the power to change the present highly destructive media trends." "I deeply admire the wonderful work that Dr. Baehr has done giving a Christian perspective on media and I strongly support his many works." "For Christians who want to thoughtfully integrate faith and culture, this is the book weíve been waiting for. Ted Baehrís THE MEDIA-WISE FAMILY is impeccably researched, well reasoned and readable too! This Chicago-based, lover of film and father of four says thanks for a most useful resource. Itís clearly "two thumbs up!!" "Our children are our most precious legacy and also our most valuable resource. Ted has so clearly pointed out how the mass media is shaping the minds of our kids. This is must reading for parents, grandparents and friendly supporters of our young. Through it, we will understand how we can assist our kids to get a wholesome and Christian view of life and live it to the full." "In THE MEDIA-WISE FAMILY, Ted Baehr ably addresses the significance of the history of the film and television industry, deciphers the often cryptic language designed by movie insiders to identify their work and interprets these warning signs so families can make educated choices when selecting their media entertainment. This book is a compendium of useful information for any family trying to make some sense of how best to utilize the media for its benefit, and offers practical ways to steer around the gratuitous sex and violence land mines dotting the landscape of todayís film and television offerings." "Ted Baehr gives renewed meaning to Hoseaís admonition, "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge." In THE MEDIA-WISE FAMILY, he makes a compelling and articulate case for the battles our families are losing. Our culture is in a war, and the weapon of mass media is indeed powerful. We must take drastic steps to teach our children discernment rather than sending them off into this cultural battle unprepared. Ted is right, there are no quick fixes to teaching discernment - but he has forged into the front lines of this battle for the sake of our children and future generations, should the Lord tarry. Tedís optimism is very hopeful - but we must act upon the wisdom he shares." "Webster defines discernment as ëperception, sharpness and intelligenceí. Ted Baehr applies that definition to our popular culture by challenging Christian families to make discerning choices about entertainment. TV and movies will continue to influence our lives. With THE MEDIA-WISE FAMILY, parents have a powerful new tool to shape the children to today into the cultural apologists of tomorrow. Thank you, Ted!" "Dr. Baehrís fact-filled book explodes any myth that belies the influence of the media or its positive and negative moral messages. It presents a way of looking at film from a conservative Christian perspective while providing helpful exercises and resources to evaluate the underlying messages of film." "Dr. Ted Baehrís fact-filled book belongs on the shelf of any conservative Christian family who is concerned about the influence of media". "THE MEDIA-WISE FAMILY is a must read for parents who are concerned about the effects of the media on the lives of their children and, in fact, on the family in general. This is the most thorough and comprehensive work of itís type that I have seen. The information in this book would be overwhelming were it not for the hope offered by Dr. Baehrís insight and instruction. There is a problem in our cultureÖthere is a solution. This book is an incredible exposeí on both." "No one is better prepared to resist indoctrination and manipulation than those who understand how others are trying to indoctrinate and manipulate them. Ted Baehr has given us a remarkable book we can use both as corrective and preventive medicine against many ills which are epidemic in our culture". "A movie-evaluation resource without a rival- for at least four solid reasons (1) Itís a learning experience, with home (explicitly) and Hollywood (implicitly) for target. (2) Itís a high-level challenge to mind (you have to think) and morals (you may have to change). (3) Perhaps most prophetically, itís a unique effort to sensitize parents to the relationship between the seductive power of pictures and the irresistible Word of God. (4) With THE MEDIA-WISE FAMILY, each family can be an exciting classroom: information salted with inspiration, the real with the ideal. A warning: Dangerous for couch potatoes." "Thanks to Dr. Ted Baehr, ignorance is no longer a viable excuse for allowing movies, music videos or television show to leave your child wide-eyed. Despite the appalling images of pop culture, THE MEDIA-WISE FAMILY provides practical ways for parents to protect their children from inappropriate entertainment. This book is one of the best resources a parent can own." "MOVIEGUIDE AWARD FOUNDER, Ted Baehr, by association with companies such as DreamWorks and Disney, has blazed a path of light through the entertainment smog of today with THE MEDIA-WISE FAMILY. He researches that films do not have to entertain the darkness to be profitable. THE MEDIA-WISE FAMILY teaches us explicitly that WE make the moral choices and consequences for ourselves and our children by what we sponsor, produce, perform, direct, write, and buy tickets for." "As a Christian and father of four, the values our family holds are under a constant frontal assault. Dr. Baehr's work will help parents arm themselves and their children and teach them to learn and discern." "I am in the Media Business and am very concerned about its impact on our society. Ted Baehr clearly addresses some of the challenges facing us and reminds us of our spiritual heritage and responsibility. Itís time to get our heads out of the sand and take a public and personal stand for decency. The book is a good place to begin." Ted Baehr's The Media-Wise Family contends that fewer than 100 people and 8 major companies control approximately 98% of the entertainment bos offices, television programming and major media! This alone should drive us to this book to find out just who they are. Besides, parents and grandparents need all the annunition they can obtain in this vast Cultural Was of good vs. evil, right vs. wrong, light vs. darkness, beauty vs. ugliness, etc. THE MEDIA-WISE FAMILY is the big bertha in this War for the hearts and minds of our kids. |
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