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Cellphoneitis: A lighthearted children's story about learning to manage cellphone / screentime
Hardcover
Bedtime & DreamsGeneral Juvenile Fiction
Publisher Price: $25.00
Publisher: Little Bright Books
Published: Feb 23 2026
Pages: 52
Weight: 1.02
Height: 0.31 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
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:
- Conversation Starters: Thought-provoking questions to help kids reflect on their own habits.
- Boredom-Busters: Practical, creative ideas for having fun without a screen.
- Activity: A bonus coloring page featuring Owen and Max.
Cellphoneitis prompts discussion of the fundamentals of digital citizenship and self-regulation at home or in the classroom.
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