Cellphoneitis: A Lighthearted Children's Story About Learning to Manage Cellphone / Screentime

When Owen gets a cellphone for his birthday, he excitedly texts his friends! But soon,
his new phone starts causing isolation and unintended consequences. It becomes
obvious to everyone around him: Owen's got a bad case of Cellphoneitis!

Written for children ages 6-10 (and enjoyable for all ages), this story delivers a
valuable lesson about managing screen time through light-hearted rhyme and
humorous page-turns. With 40 pages of witty, rhythmic prose and vibrant
illustrations, this laugh-out-loud cautionary tale captures the attention of reluctant
readers and tech-savvy kids alike. Complete with age-appropriate discussion questions and "phone-free" activity
ideas, Cellphoneitis is a perfect classroom or bedtime resource to kickstart
conversations about digital boundaries. "A superb resource for parents and educators!" - Shannon Traywick, Licensed
Counselor
"A great conversation starter for families and classrooms about using technology
responsibly without demonizing it." - Amazon Customer
"A timely topic written in an engaging way... a great resource for parents and
teachers!" - Susan S., Verified Reviewer Why Parents & Educators Love Cellphoneitis:
Owen's story is followed by two helpful pages designed for families and classrooms:
o Conversation Starters: Thought-provoking questions to help kids reflect
on their own habits.
o Boredom-Busters: Practical, creative ideas for having fun without a
screen.
o Smart Management: Actionable strategies for setting healthy cellphone
boundaries. Cellphoneitis prompts discussion of the fundamentals of digital
citizenship and self-regulation at home or in the classroom.