Divorces are painful. It is a feeling of helplessness, of being torn apart, and it hurts when parents separate.
Divorces proceed very differently
Just as family life is heterogeneous, so are divorces varied. Sometimes the family restructuring takes a long time, sometimes everything proceeds relatively quickly, and sometimes the parents are very estranged or they separate by mutual consent.
Honest, age-appropriate communication
Even small children can be given information about the divorce process, as long as it is communicated lovingly and honestly. Ideally, children should be involved in the events wherever it seems appropriate. Communication, once again, is paramount.
Information helps the child to understand the decisions and choices of the parents. A divorce is also a process of finding one's place, which can be much easier and faster with honest communication.
You are not alone
When it comes to the topic of separation or divorce, children are usually not the only ones affected in their environment. This realization, the certainty that divorces “happen,” can help the child not feel so alone in the process.
In Tara’s Stories, the story “Tara and the Burning Theater” addresses a divorce. It is not the main focus but a subplot that shows that children can also handle the topic with understanding and consideration.
Children's book recommendations on the subject of divorce
Little Owl Luna ...and how she learned to cope with her separation anxiety
This book addresses separation anxiety and encourages people to overcome it. The therapeutic approach of recognizing and allowing the feeling of fear is shown. This story sensitively illustrates these important steps, which are essential in overcoming fears. A valuable book for separation anxiety and children who struggle with anxiety.
We are always there for you! When mom and dad split up.
This book is suitable for divorcing families where there was a lot of arguing before the divorce and the parents no longer have much to say to each other. It is therefore not suitable for families who separate peacefully. As the title promises, the child is also taught that in the direct relationship between them and mom and dad, there is not a leaf out of place.
The good thing about it. With mom and dad.
A wonderful book that primarily emphasizes the positive aspects of divorce. It also shows how many different ways a separation can take place in families. It therefore communicates very realistically and authentically. The constructive approach to the topic does not, however, leave out the seriousness that is always involved. Thumbs up from our side.
When mom and dad separate. A first aid book for children.
Children often feel very helpless in a divorce. This book tries to encourage them. Thanks to the poetic touch of the elf helpers who appear, it certainly helps younger children in particular to understand the subject in a playful, imaginative way. Despite all the changes that a divorce brings with it, the book makes it clear that mom and dad will always love their children.
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