Dot is about a young girl who loves technology and comes to learn about the importance of having a balance between technology & ‘other forms of play’

I was interested in this book as someone addicted to checking their smart phone, it’s the first thing I do when I wake, and as I spend most of my time at work in front of a screen I thought it might teach me a thing or two.

Bryn immediately picked up on the humour in this book which uses the same words for when Dot is using technology as when Dot is outside. His use of technology however is limited so concepts such as tagging & surfing had to be explained.

The highlight of the book for me was the illustrations, which uses colour to help create the mood between the two halves of the story as well as adding a sense of fun & a spark to the book. My favourite spread is the last page showing the children having fun outside but also using some technology.

This book gets across a message about the importance of balance in a light sunny tone. It’s a message we do try and teach the kids (it’s harder to do ourselves) , the idea of moderation in most things whether it be screen time, cake consumption etc. The main exception is books, you can never have too many of those can you?

Disclaimer: I received this book from the publisher. I was not asked to write this post, nor was I given any money for doing so, and the review represents my own honest opinion.