This a great concept for a children's novel. The author creates a safe and friendly setting and then discusses serious concepts like marriage separation and the impacts this can have on young children.
I read this book with my almost 6 year old and 10 year old. They were quite taken with the colourful pictures and enjoyed the horses and beach scenes. They didn't really relate to the topics.
The youngest did not understand the concepts, but the elder did appreciate that negative thoughts can impact on happiness. Luckily our children have not experienced the pain of their parents' separating, but it's great to know that there are educational books like this one around. I like the way the author encourages youngsters in developing friendships, resilience and coping strategies.
Paperback book supplied by the author, thank-you.
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I read this book with my almost 6 year old and 10 year old. They were quite taken with the colourful pictures and enjoyed the horses and beach scenes. They didn't really relate to the topics.
The youngest did not understand the concepts, but the elder did appreciate that negative thoughts can impact on happiness. Luckily our children have not experienced the pain of their parents' separating, but it's great to know that there are educational books like this one around. I like the way the author encourages youngsters in developing friendships, resilience and coping strategies.
Paperback book supplied by the author, thank-you.
Review posted on Writers' Web