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

by Michelle S. Kennedy, Bonnie Bright (Illustrator)

Kindle Edition

Published February 14, 2026

Reviews

[Angela Garvin · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Cellphoneitis" is a MUST READ in today's homes. Our children of today are disadvantaged by not knowing a life without cell phones. The temptation is great and finally a children's book addresses this challenging subject head on. It provides fun rhyme and fun illustrations to foster discussion on how to limit cell phone usage in a fun way. We can't get rid of cell phones or rather we won't. So we now have to best assess how to monitor and limit them. This book is aimed for children but all us adults in the room will be challenged by it as well. It opens up VALUABLE discussion on a current subject that needs discussion the most. Don't waste another minute before purchasing this book...Your family is at stake and your children's mental health is at stake!!

[Katie Schwartz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I haven’t seen any children’s book to address this topic, and love the way it’s presented in this book. Fun and rollicking rhymes with situations a parent (or friends!) can relate to, not preachy, and the illustrations are enticing and spot on! I can see this book in school libraries and classrooms, in addition to in a child’s home. Love how it sends a positive and impactful message to the reader. And the activities, discussion points and resources that follow the story can help to further discuss and find solutions for‘cellphoneitis’!

[Inbal Alon · Rating 5 out of 5]

A delightful wake‑up call wrapped in rhyme!
“Cellphoneitis” had my kids giggling from page one. Owen’s over‑the‑top phone obsession felt hilariously familiar, and the playful rhymes made the message go down easy. The illustrations are bright, funny, and full of little details . It’s the perfect blend of humor and heart, reminding young readers (and, let’s be honest, grown‑ups too) to put the screens down and tune back into the world around them. A total hit!

[Jill Lambert · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the eye-catching cover to the valuable resources at the end, Cellphoneitis is written for kids in the digital world. It’s fun to read, with funny, relatable moments. The pictures were active and colorful. Terrific!

[Katrina Tangen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helpful for parents concerned about kids’ cell phone use. Rhyme and a bit of humor keep it from being too heavy.

[Melissa Miles · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Fun Way to Tackle a Serious Subject!!

Ask any parent, grandparent, or teacher and they’ll recognize the symptoms of cellphoneitis. This book addresses how a new phone becomes an obsession that disrupts a child’s social and family life. It’s not preachy, but shows the impact of Owen’s new phone. This would make a nice addition to home and class libraries.