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

By Michelle S. Kennedy

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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GNDD8BDV
• ISBN13: 9798246423097
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"