But I'm Bored!
Discover the Power of Independent Play to Raise Confident, Resilient Kids
$41.47
- Hardcover
288 pages
- Release Date
13 January 2026
Summary
Good Inside meets Fair Play in this inspiring, real-world guide to fostering independent play in children—both as a vital skill for kids’ development and an essential act for modern parents’ well-being and sanity.
“But I’m bored.” Parents constantly hear these three dreaded words from their kids, and it’s no secret why—our kids don’t know how to play by themselves anymore and make their own fun. Busy schedules, on-demand screens, and safety concerns…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9798217043996 |
|---|---|
| Author: | Lizzie Assa, Lizzie Assa, MSEd |
| Publisher: | Penguin Putnam Inc |
| Imprint: | G P Putnam's Sons |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 288 |
| Release Date: | 13 January 2026 |
| Weight: | 425g |
| Dimensions: | 29mm x 160mm x 235mm |
Critics Review
“Lizzie Assa is truly the person I trust most in talking about independent play.” —Dr. Becky Kennedy, author of the New York Times bestseller Good Inside: A Practical Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be
“All parents want to know the ‘secret’ to getting their kids off screens and into the real world. Lizzie Assa offers parents innovative ways to spark curiosity, spur conversations, and build real, authentic connections among family and friends. Her guide to independent play is a must-read for anyone who wants to raise engaged, resilient children.” —Dr. Michele Borba, author of Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine
“This book is a masterclass in how to lean into your child’s innate capacity for creativity and generative play and, in doing so, build confidence, independence, and resilience—for them, and for you. Lizzie Assa has long been a trusted voice in my home and in my clinical practice. But I’m Bored! is a must-read.” —Dr. Sarah Bren, clinical psychologist and host of Securely Attached Podcast
“Lively, richly informative, and realistically helpful guide…Assa’s expert and inspiring suggestions for embracing “the healing power of play” are doable on all kinds of family budgets and schedules.” —Booklist
Lizzie Assa
Lizzie Assa, MS Ed.
Lizzie Assa is the founder of The Workspace For Children, a popular blog and social media platform. She previously served as the Head of Play and Development at Lalo, a company specializing in high-end accessories, furniture, and toys for babies and toddlers. Lizzie holds an MS Ed. from the Bank Street College of Education. She lives with her family in Marblehead, MA.
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