Stop the Screen Spiral: Your Kids Could Be Creating, Not Just Consuming

Explodey Creator Club

Join 435+ families who turned screen time into story time with bi-monthly books, activities & opportunities to get published that make kids the heroes of their own adventures.

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CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE

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WHAT THEY'LL GET

Multiple Laugh-Out-Loud Stories (over 170 pages)

Activate your childs imagination

The chance to get their creations PUBLISHED!

Say ‘goodbye’ screen time, ‘hello’

Explodey Time!

We love to tell stories and we want YOUR KiD telling stories too! Maybe the next great creator is right in YOUR livingroom!

What Parents Are Saying

Why just consume when you can CREATE!
Here’s what happened when these families took action:

Screen Time Victory

“Finally, something that beats the iPad”

My son just chose your book over his iPad. What kind of sorcery is this?! Needless to say we are very satisfied customers.
— Tim, dad, USA
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OH MY GOSH THIS BOOK IS THE BEST THING EVER!!!

“… my kid wanted to send this to you”

Okay so my dad got me This Book Might Explode and I literally could NOT put it down!! It has SO much stuff in it; comics, stories, puzzles, jokes, AND you get to decide what happens next which is SO COOL because I made the hero a girl who has a pet dragon!

The jokes made me laugh so hard that water almost came out of my nose (almost). And the activities are actually fun, not like boring school stuff. I did like five pages in one afternoon and then my dad had to tell me to go to bed.

 

My little sister tried to steal it but I said NO because it’s MINE but then my mom said we could share and I said FINE but I get it first always.

If you do not have this book you need to get it RIGHT NOW. I’m not joking. Best book.

— Ellie, 9 years old, USA
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Sibling Bonding

I loved seeing my kids talking and laughing together over the pages.

My kids love This Book Might Explode. I loved seeing my kids talking and laughing together over the pages. I expect they themselves might explode with excitement and anticipation when the next volume comes in the mail.

I love that the crafting pages include a QR code linking to an online printable. This way the kids don’t have to damage the book and there’s no fighting over who gets to do which craft. Even the three year old got in on the crafting action, cutting out the customizable snowman, which included funny and whimsical accessories like a pirate’s hook and a handlebar mustache in addition to the typical top hat and carrot nose.

And Volume 2 is going to be just as good as Volume 1! We got a sneak peek and read aloud a page with made-up words and definitions. My husband laughed until he cried–more than once!

It has had such an impact that the word ‘violphan’ has started to creep into our family vocabulary. Get your kids This Book Might Explode. They’ll love it, and you just might find yourself laughing along.
— Eva, mom, USA
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Reluctant Reader Win

“They’re reading voluntarily now. Voluntarily!”

This book is a fun, silly mix of comic and activities that keeps my kids laughing and engaged. I love that it gets them reading while also interacting with the pages. Perfect for kids who enjoy goofy humor and hands-on fun!
— Merly L., mom, USA
jennifer

Quality Time Recovery

“Doesn’t put it down”

My 10-year-old son and I were reading a popular book series about a wizard school when we received the first issue of This Book Might Explode. He enjoyed it so much, he doesn’t want to pick up any other books at bedtime. He loves the sense of humor and is a big fan of the illustrations. A favorite is obviously Corn Doug. He also likes the various fill-in-the-blanks and activities scattered throughout the book. We’re looking forward to the next release!
— Sean A., dad, USA

How It Works

WHERE KIDS BECOME CREATORS

WRITE, DRAW & MORE

Kids don’t just read Explodey—they help make it. They are invited to add endings, draw new characters, and solve puzzles so the story becomes their own.

SHARE & LEARN

Kids can submit their art and stories for the chance to be featured in future books AND join in LIVE workshops with the creators.

BE CELEBRATED

Kids creations are recognized, celebrated and some are chosen to be featured in future books, released every other month for subscribers.

AND STAY ENGAGED FOR MONTHS

  • 2 Months worth of stories and activities
  • 170+ full color pages, with a 40+ page printable PDF.
  • LIVE art workshops with the creators
  • Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back.

ZERO-RISK GUARANTEE

Try it for 30 days. If your kids don’t light up,
we refund everything. No questions, no hassle.

You win or you’re out nothing.

Stories You Can Trust

FROM THE CREATIVES WHO WORKED ON

STARTED BY

Ethan Nicolle

Creator of Axe Cop, co-creator of Chip Chilla

Eric Branscum

Co-creator of Chip Chilla

Special Guests

And more amazing creators

We wanted to make something we knew our kids would love and give it directly to families like yours.

Imagination-heavy. Agenda-free.

CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!

Join 435+ families who chose creation over consumption. Your turn.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What ages is this for?
We designed it for kids roughly 5–12. Younger kids (around 4–6) will enjoy it as a read-aloud and with help on activities; older kids can dive in on their own.
Will my kid's art really get used?
We can’t promise every child’s art will be featured, but we do review the submissions and are committed to spotlighting kid art in online galleries and future Explodey projects as the world grows. Either way, the act of making and sharing their work is a huge win.
What if my kid “isn’t an artist” or doesn’t like drawing?

Totally fine. The book includes stories, puzzles, jokes, and “you decide what happens next” pages, not just drawing prompts. Kids who don’t love drawing can still enjoy reading, solving, and storytelling—and might discover they enjoy creating more than they thought.

How long will it keep my kid busy?

Every kid is different, but parents report hours of engagement across multiple sessions—between reading, re-reading, and redoing favorite activities. The 172-page book plus the 30-page printable companion is designed to keep them coming back for months, not just an afternoon.

Is this really screen-free?

The book itself and the printable pages are 100% screen-free activities. You’ll only need a device to download/print the PDF companion and join live online art workshops (or watch the recording). Once you’ve printed pages or cracked open the book, the experience is offline.

What if we can't make the live online art workshop?

No problem. Your subscription includes access to the recording, so your kids can watch and draw along later (or rewatch it as many times as they want).

Can I use this with multiple kids or a small group?
Yes. One book works great for siblings to share, and the printable PDF companion makes it easy to print pages for multiple kids, co-ops, classes, or church groups in your immediate context.
How is the book delivered?
Books are shipped to you as a physical package. The printable PDF companion and workshop details are delivered digitally via qr code in the book. We ship new volumes every two months.
How long does shipping take?

Orders typically ship within 5 business days.

What if my kids don't like it?
We offer a “satisfaction” guarantee. If your kids don’t crack a smile or spend meaningful time with it in the first 30 days, email us and we’ll refund your purchase. No arguing, no guilt. We don’t want your money if your kids don’t enjoy it.
Can I cancel anytime?

YES! Log in and unsubscribe, or send us an email at Info@Explodeyworld.com

How does the annual plan work?

Here’s how it works: You pay $116 once, and every 2 months for the next year, a new adventure arrives at your door. We only charge shipping when each box actually ships.

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