When the Cloud Talks
The Adventures of Ellie & Cloudie
Through Ellie’s endless questions, the story explains what the cloud does, how it helps, and why it’s nothing to be afraid of. Technology becomes understandable without losing the magic of story time. This book explains the cloud the way kids naturally learn: by asking questions and getting honest answers.
Tech, Untangled
Why This Book Matters
Your kid asks how the internet works. You panic. You say something about "the Cloud" and pray they move on. But when kids don't understand how tech actually works, they can't spot the dangers. They don't know what the Cloud really is, where their stuff goes, or why clicking random links is a bad idea. Marc's books fix that. They explain the tech kids use every day in a way that makes sense, keeps them safer, and saves you from the awkward "uh... I don't know" moment.
Non-profit Educator
Aiden Venables
"An engaging story with playful artwork that made a complicated topic easy to understand. It sparks great questions and real curiosity. From one nerd to another, this is great!"
Parent
Jason Matthews
"My kids were hooked right away. The story made a tricky tech topic feel fun and easy to talk about. We ended up having one of those rare, great conversations after reading."
Elementary School Teacher
Emily Romano
"This book sparked thoughtful questions without overwhelming the students. As a teacher, it’s refreshing to see tech taught with curiosity first. Complex ideas made simple."
Real Reviews from Real People
What’s Inside?
Readers learn:
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What the Cloud actually is (spoiler: it's not floating in the sky)
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Why some links shouldn't be clicked
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Where their photos and data really go
Parents and educators learn:
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How to explain tech without feeling lost
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Ways to talk about online safety that actually stick
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That teaching this stuff doesn't require a computer science degree
Frequently asked questions
Pages: 36 pages, fully illustrated
Genre: Technology (but way more fun than that sounds)
Formats: Digital e-book, paperback, and hardcover
Pick whichever format works best for you. The e-book is instant. The paperback is easy to toss in a bag. The hardcover is built to survive curious kids flipping through it a hundred times.
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