children of divorced parents

Helps readers navigate this tough situation and understand that they are not at fault for the difficulties they, or their parents, are going through. Relatable stories present positive solutions that readers of many ages can understand and implement into their own lives.

Explores how divorce affects children.

"Unfortunately, divorce is a common event for many families these days. Children may often feel caught in the middle, but it's important for them to understand that they are loved and not the reason their parents are separating. This book offers readers a look at different situations they might encounter during a divorce, from a parent moving out to spending time in two different homes. Age-appropriate text helps readers understand important topics such as child custody and stepfamilies"--Provided by the publisher.

Describes how separation and divorce affects families and ways in which parents can help themselves and their children adjust to the changes.

Children describe their own families and explain concepts like "birth mom," "mixed race," "gay and lesbian," and "stepdad.".

A homework pack that contains book and audio versions of "Dear Mr. Henshaw," a story told through letters in which ten-year-old Leigh reveals his problems in coping with his parents' divorce, being the new boy in school, and generally finding his own place in the world; and includes a student worksheet and teacher's guide.

Letters, stories, and informational text provide advice for children about how to cope with their parents' divorce.

A girl named Sonya who lives with her mother during the week and her dad on the weekends introduces readers to her family.

Lenny follows Olivia for a school project and learns about her life with her stepfamily.