Dan The Drone

Dan the Drone: Had His Head in His Phone

By Terry Ayrault

Dan is on his phone so much, he misses out on everything that makes life great. He misses fireworks, seeing Santa Claus, discovering Bigfoot and all kinds of birthday party fun. Then, one day, Dan really gets stuck in his phone. In a panic, he races home to get help from his brother, Frank. That’s when Dan starts to realize he might be missing more than just the cool stuff in life, he might be missing out on much, much more.

With colorful illustrations, playful rhymes, and a gentle message, Dan the Drone: Had His Head in His Phone helps children understand the importance of looking up, staying present, and making real-world connections. Perfect for ages 4-8, this story sparks conversations about screen time, friendship, and the joy of unplugging.

A delightful read for families, classrooms, and Storytime, Dan’s tale is a humorous reminder for little ones (and grown-ups, too!) that the best adventures don’t always happen on a screen-they happen when you look up.

Author Biography

Terry Ayrault has spent almost 35 years in advertising as a copywriter and creative director. He has won numerous awards for his creative work. He is also an award-winning screenwriter, songwriter and documentarian. He is an accomplished ghostwriter and has published other titles, including his Children’s book, Lyin’ Brian the Cryin’ Lion which garnished him the esteemed Mom’s Choice Gold Award for self-publishing. Terry makes his home in Southeastern Michigan. The artist known simply as Teeper uses 3D modeling clay and paint to produce dimensional art for photography. This is his first published work.