Should laptops replace textbooks?

The census is in and yes, many believe that laptops should replace textbooks.  I thought the debate would be more divided but it was in favor of laptops.  I am not sure if I totally agree with the article and the opinions being posted on the page.

I am in favor of students using laptops but not all ages and grade levels.  I believe each grade should be introduced to a computer lab and know the basic functions of using a computer.  However, I do not think that laptops should be the sole form of learning in school, especially in the elementary level or middle school. In high school and college, I can justify students using laptops only as their form of learning.

The students in my school are required to purchase a mac laptop at the beginning of the year in high school and high school only.  I teach elementary so I still teach from a textbook and I have to admit that I see no problem in this.  I think my 5th grade students need a textbook. I believe that one day, textbooks will be a thing of the past however.  I can see the laptop movement has started and it will continue to grow- even at a 5th grade level.