Cellphoneitis: A lighthearted children's story about learning to manage cellphone / screentime

By Michelle S. Kennedy

Rated 5-Stars and Endorsed by Educators and Mental Health Professionals

"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

With 28 five-star reviews and counting, Cellphoneitis is quickly becoming the go-to story for digital wellness and healthy screen-time habits.

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.

Why Parents & Educators Love Cellphoneitis: The Digital Wellness Toolkit: Don't just read the story-take action Owen's journey concludes with two power-packed pages designed for families and classrooms: Conversation Starters: Thought-provoking questions to help kids reflect on their own habits.Boredom-Busters: Practical, creative ideas for having fun without a screen.Smart Management: Actionable strategies for setting healthy cellphone boundaries.Caregiver Resources: Vital information on adolescent phone use and curated additional reading.A Classroom Essential: Introduces the fundamentals of digital citizenship and self-regulation in a way that feels like a playdate, not a lecture.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GNDD8BDV
• ISBN13: 9798246423097
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.1" x 8.5"