Addison is a regular kid whose parents are going through a divorce, but he knows that no matter what happens, his parents will always love him. The text in this beautifully illustrated picture book is inspiring, gentle, and uplifting, and teaches kids that having two homes to live in can be just as great as having two strong feet to stand on.
Review from Books That Heal Kids I’m all for the power of positive thinking. It’s nourishing – especially during complicated family times. Children don’t have to be the victims of divorce. Standing On My Own Two Feet teaches simple lessons: that the divorce is not their fault, parents love you unconditionally, and emotional strength can be developed through positive thoughts. Kids perceive divorce completely differently than the adults in their lives. Sometimes on the outside they may look like they are going strong, but often…
Very Positive, Helpful Book Great find!! I purchased this book to help my 4yr old son during our family’s divorce. I particularly liked that it is not skewed from either parent’s point of view like some other books that I purchased. It focuses on how the child is not to blame for the changes going on and that both parents still love (& will always) love them.
Children of Divorced Families deserve to hear this message I just bought this book as a special gift for a friend who has 2 young children and is going through a divorce. The dreaded questions in these cases that involve kids seem to be, a.) How is it going to affect the kids and, b.) How do you discuss it with them in the most supportive, least damaging way? In other words, how do you help them get through this, especially when you’re dealing with your own depressing feelings about the divorce?This book provides a simple, clear way to explain…