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The Day the Screens Went Dark: A Funny, Heartwarming Adventure About Rediscovering Playtime
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Sep 21 2025
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.19
Height: 0.10 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
What happens when the internet, TV, and video games all go poof?
In this laugh-out-loud, heartwarming story, Max and Mia wake up to find every screen in the house is blank - no TV, no tablet, no phone, no video games. At first, they panic. What will they DO all day? But soon, they discover a whole world of fun waiting outside their door - from building blanket forts to inventing new games and making friends with the neighbor kids.
Parents will love this uplifting, screen-free adventure that encourages kids to:
✅ Use their imagination
✅ Play outdoors
✅ Discover creativity away from screens
✅ Learn the joy of real-world connection
-Perfect for ages 4-8, this book is a must-read for families looking to balance screen time and playtime - with a gentle message that makes kids laugh while they learn.
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