And Don't Tell Anyone About The Zombie Robots

A parent might reach for this book when they feel their child is frustrated by adult screen time, or when seeking a funny way to open a conversation about digital-life balance. In this story, siblings Jenny and Adam feel ignored by their phone-obsessed parents. They use their creativity to accidentally bring their old toys to life as an army of zombie robots, causing hilarious chaos throughout their town. This fast-paced, humorous chapter book explores themes of loneliness, creativity, and sibling teamwork. It's an excellent choice for newly independent readers aged 6-9 who need a story that validates their feelings about parental distraction in a silly, non-preachy way.