Put Your Phone Away and Play!: A Rhyming Picture Book About Family, Presence and Screen-Free Connection

Put Your Phone Away and Play! is a gentle, rhythmic picture book that invites parents and children to reconnect, laugh and play, without screens getting in the way.

In a world full of buzzing phones and busy schedules, this heartfelt story reminds families that the most meaningful moments happen when we look up, slow down and be together.

Through playful rhymes and inclusive watercolor illustrations, children and adults explore simple joys like running, reading, gardening, biking and making music together. As children listen, they learn that their voices matter and that connection matters. As adults listen, they are reminded that presence builds trust, confidence and lifelong bonds.

This book supports social emotional learning, mindful parenting, and positive family relationships, making it perfect for classrooms, bedtime routines and family read-aloud moments.