Picture Books About Divorce
No matter the circumstance, divorce is hard on the whole family. Not only is separation a big change to adjust to, you, the parent, might be finding it difficult to discuss this new journey you’re embarking on with your children. A great way to begin these challenging conversations is with a warm and inviting storytime. These picture book recommendations touch on a number of relevant topics, such as sadness, healing, and love. May they bring you and your little readers comfort during these big changes.
When Poppy and Robin’s parents separate, everything starts to transform around them. But as their new everyday lives take shape, the two slowly discover that even the biggest changes get easier with time. And just like a garden, it takes love and patience before seeds of joy begin to grow.
When you fall down.
When you are scared.
If you get a bad haircut.
You will always have me!
A comprehensive, sensitive guide for changing families, Dinosaurs Divorce helps readers understand what divorce means, why it happens, and how to best cope with everyone’s feelings. Topics covered in the book include: Divorce Words and What They Mean * Why Parents Divorce * After the Divorce * Living with One Parent * Visiting Your Parent * Having Two Homes * Celebrating Holidays and Special Occasions * Telling Your Friends * Meeting Parents’ New Friends * Living with Stepparents * Having Stepsiblings
Whether it is you or someone close to you going through a challenging time, having people you can lean on is invaluable. Between the sweet illustrations and touching words, this picture book provides a look at understanding complex emotions, as well as how to be a good friend.
My friend Jenny Mei is sad. But you might not be able to tell.Jenny Mei still smiles a lot. She makes everyone laugh. And she still likes blue Popsicles the best. But, her friend knows that Jenny Mei is sad, and does her best to be there to support her.
In this relatable and reassuring contemporary classic, a mother tells her two children that they’re all connected by an invisible string. “That’s impossible!” the children insist, but still they want to know more: “What kind of string?” The answer is the simple truth that binds us all: An Invisible String made of love. Even though you can’t see it with your eyes, you can feel it deep in your heart, and know that you are always connected to the ones you love. Does everybody have an Invisible String? How far does it reach? Does it ever go away? This heartwarming picture book for all ages explores questions about the intangible yet unbreakable connections between us, and opens up deeper conversations about love.
