Elaina, a curious twelve-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 Julia, Elaina 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 Elaina learn the dangers of seeking validation behind screens? Will she learn how important real connections are in a digital world?
 
Graphic Novel: Level 2+
Approximately  1,700 total words
Approximately 210 unique words