Book
The Third Mushroom
The Scoop In this new book written by Jennifer L. Holm, The Third Mushroom, Ellie is a middle school girl living in San Francisco. She lives with her mom, grandpa,…
In today’s ever-changing world, parents and teachers alike can have trouble keeping up with what’s happening in preteen’s worlds. From the media they consumer on television or the big screen to books and games, it’s hard to keep track of all things grasping for our preteens’ attention.
But don’t fret! Our “Keeping Current” section can help! With bimonthly reviews, you’ll stay up-to-date on some of the latest preteen media trends.
What You’ll Find
We cover everything from chart-topping music and books to the latest movies and television shows. We even report on today’s hottest apps, websites, and games.
You’ll find an overview of what music, games, books, movies, TV shows, and more are like—and our take on it. Through “Keeping Current,” you’ll find some of your new preteen favorites—as well as a few things to steer kids clear of.
We also give you a simple-to-share video of all our bimonthly reviews to help educate parents, guardians, and your ministry team.
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TV
You Vs. Wild
The Scoop You Vs. Wild is an interactive Netflix Originals series. Viewers join host Bear Grylls on missions and make choices about what the Australian host will do throughout the…
Music
Endel
The Scoop Some might not call it music, but that’s not stopping kids from listening to this up and coming sound. Endel is an algorithmic sound designed to provide focus,…
Game
Beat Saber
The Scoop Beat Saber is a virtual reality (VR) game where players slash approaching blocks to the rhythm of hip-hop-like music. The movement in the game promotes exercise and dancing…
App/Website
Plague Inc.
The Scoop Warning: Plague Inc. is bleak. The goal of this simulation game is to create a sickness that infects and eventually kills the entire world population. The sickness can…
Movie
Abominable
The Scoop DreamWorks’ new animated movie, Abominable, tells the story of a Chinese teenager named Yi who finds a yeti on her roof in Shanghai. She and her friends travel…
