Because divorce or separation in cohabitating relationships is a family event, this book was written for both children and adults. Gently telling their children that they will be getting a divorce, a mother and father share their family story: the journey from their happy wedding day, through the conflict at present and into the near and reassuring future. The book's second half highlights important tips and insights for parents.
Children will:
- Learn about the divorce process
- Find out that their own parents' divorce is not their fault
- Discover that parents divorce each other; they do not divorce their children
- Be comforted knowing they are still part of a family who loves them
- Understand what it is like to have two homes
Parents will:
- Have a framework for telling their children they are getting a divorce
- Hear the common questions children ask
- Learn the DOs and DON'Ts regarding their own behavior
- Improve the likelihood of creating a healthier divorce
- Understand their children's reactions and support their emotions
"Dr. Zelinger expertly navigates the sensitive topic of divorce, providing young readers with a compassionate and understanding perspective. The book's engaging storytelling, complemented by vibrant illustrations, encourages open dialogue and empowers children to navigate, with resilience and comprehension, the emotional complexities of divorce." -- Sarah Becker, MD, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Premium Health Center, Brooklyn, NY
"The message of Dr. Zelinger's book echoes our primary goal as divorce mediators--to assist divorcing couples to create a healthier, non-adversarial divorce for the entire family. In a gentle - albeit direct - manner, Dr. Zelinger provides a thoughtful, well-planned approach for parents to prepare their children for the news of their divorce." -- Maren Cardillo, Esq., Divorce Mediation Professionals
Learn more at www.DrZelinger.com
From Loving Healing Press www.LHPress.com
Zelinger, Laurie: - Dr. Laurie Zelinger is a Board Certified Psychologist and a Registered Play Therapist with over 45 years experience. As a child psychologist who has retired from public school work, Dr. Zelinger runs a busy private practice and writes books explaining difficult concepts to children. Her books for Loving Healing Press include: "Please Explain Anxiety to Me: Simple Biology and Solutions for Children and Parents"; "Please Explain 'Time Out' to Me: A Story for Children and Do-It-Yourself Manual for Parents"; "Please Explain Vaccines to Me Because I Hate Shots!"; "Please Explain Alzheimer's Disease to Me: A Children's Story and Parent Handbook About Dementia"; "Please Explain Tonsillectomy & Adenoidectomy to Me: A Complete Guide to Preparing Your Child for Surgery"; "Please Explain Terrorism to Me! A Story for Children and P-E-A-R-L-S of Wisdom for Their Parents"; and Baby Bandage & His First Aid Family: Healing Little Hurts and Booboos". Dr. Zelinger has also worked with American Girl where she produced A Smart Girl's Guide to Liking Herself Even On The Bad Days and she is credited with being a consultant for their Bitty Baby book series where she assisted in the development of the 'For Parents' sections. In addition, Dr. Zelinger has written for Play Therapy magazine as well as for therapeutic books where her chapters offer strategies that can be used with fearful children. Dr. Laurie's passion for writing began when she discovered journaling in third grade, and which was then fortified in fourth grade when she wrote a play that was performed by students in her public school.Dr. Laurie is a Fellow and previous elected officer in the National American Academy of School Psychology, following four years as Director on the Executive Board of the New York Association of Play Therapy and she has contributed to nearly 200 venues regarding child development. Dr. Laurie and her psychologist husband, Dr. Fred, are both certified Red Cross Disaster Mental Health volunteers. They have been happily married for over 40 years, have raised four children and relish their roles as grandparents.
