Jonathan Haidt Launches Tween Guide to Trade Screens for Independence

Haidt’s movement earned a Parents Next Gen award and expanded its reach after he joined Michelle Obama’s podcast to discuss setting tech boundaries His new hardcover, The Amazing Generation: Your Guide to Fun and Freedom in a Screen-Filled World, is slated for Dec. 30, 2025 release and is now open for preorder The book features anecdotes from young adults who regret early phone adoption alongside interactive challenges to engage tweens in real-world activities He also plans an interactive graphic novel edition of The Amazing Generation for grades five through eight to debut in December 2025 Parents adopting his guidance are delaying smartphones with non-smartphone alternatives, limiting apps like TikTok and Snapchat, and encouraging small solo risks to build confidence