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Dashall and the Digital World: A Kid's Picture Book About Screen Time (And the Irreplaceable Magic of the REAL World!)

Dashall and the Digital World: A Kid's Picture Book About Screen Time (And the Irreplaceable Magic of the REAL World!) - Paperback

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Availability:In StockContributor:Mikaela AnnAudience:Ages 4-8Publish date:4/28/2026Pages:34
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Mikaela AnnISBN-13:9798295854118UPC:9798295854118Book Category:Juvenile FictionBook Subcategory:Action & Adventure, Health & Daily Living, Computers & Digital Media (incl. Video Games)Book Topic:Mindfulness & MeditationSize:8.00 x 8.00 x 0.09 inchesWeight:0.091Product ID:SCSMWPPE7D

What if your child could step inside their screen...and discover it's not what they imagined?

Dashall is your average 8-year-old boy - he has toys, a loving mom, a playful dog, and a world full of adventure right outside his door. But like so many kids today, he spends most of his time scrolling.

Memes. Games. Videos. Endless distraction.

One night, he makes a wish to live inside the digital world...and it comes true.

At first, it's everything he dreamed of. He can jump into games, explore virtual worlds, and play inside pictures. But something feels off. The flowers have no scent. The ocean has no splash. Ice cream doesn't melt. And hugs feel cold and empty.

In this imaginative and heartwarming picture book about screen time, children follow Dashall's journey as he learns an important life lesson about technology, balance, and the irreplaceable magic of the real world.

Perfect for ages 4-11, this beautifully illustrated children's book gently opens conversations about:

- Limiting screen time

- Digital detox for kids

- Mindfulness and being present

- Social emotional learning

- Appreciating nature and simple pleasures

- Gratitude and family connection

This modern children's fable helps kids understand that while technology can be fun, nothing compares to sunshine on your face, mud puddles between your toes, and the warmth of a real hug.

If you're looking for:

  • A children's book about too much technology
  • A story about balancing screen time
  • A mindfulness book for kids
  • A meaningful bedtime story with a powerful lesson
  • Or a thoughtful gift for parents navigating the digital age

Dashall's story is a gentle reminder that the greatest adventures aren't found on a screen - they're happening right now.

Because the real world is where the magic lives.

Languages:EnglishPublisher:Mikaela AnnISBN-13:9798295854118UPC:9798295854118Book Category:Juvenile FictionBook Subcategory:Action & Adventure, Health & Daily Living, Computers & Digital Media (incl. Video Games)Book Topic:Mindfulness & MeditationSize:8.00 x 8.00 x 0.09 inchesWeight:0.091Product ID:SCSMWPPE7D
Ann, Mikaela: - "Mikaela Ann writes impactful and relevant stories for kids that help them connect to themselves, the present, and the world around them. Her breakout title, Dashall and the Digital World, empowers kids to limit their screen time by reminding them that the little everyday joys around them all the time are where you can find the magic of life - not inside a screen."
Publisher: Mikaela Ann

Edition

2nd Edition

Contributor(s)

Mikaela Ann

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