by Jordan Simon (Author)
In a modern-day children's world distracted by technology, the main character, Waylon, is a young boy who loves his phone more than anything else. Constantly swiping, tapping, and scrolling, he struggles to break free from his phone and enjoy life beyond digital devices.
A Zooper Night follows Waylon and his family on a trip to the zoo. Despite being surrounded by beautiful and exciting things, Waylon remains glued to his phone, oblivious to the wonders around him. After losing his phone at the zoo, Waylon is helped by a special bird who teaches him an important lesson. As they go back to the zoo that night, Waylon enjoys fun and exciting moments with all the animals, realizing the importance of living in the now and not letting moments pass by. The story's key message is that there is a world outside of the digital realm, and children should learn to appreciate and enjoy it.