When Dad's at Sea

by Mindy Pelton (2008, Whitman, 6.99)
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Emily's dad is in the military and sometimes he has to leave for months at a time. Emily knows her dad's job is important, but she doesn't want him to leave. Written by the wife of a Navy pilot, this realistic story is complemented by Steele's stunning paintings. Color. Grades K-4. [8” x 10”...32 pages]

While You Are Away

by Eileen Spinelli (2008, Hyperion Books for Children, 5.99)
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Spinelli's lyrical, patriotic text and Graef's uplifting illustrations depicting military families combine to create a reassuring book about separation and reunion. Color. PreK-2. [10” x 9”...28 pages]

My Big Brother

by Miriam Cohen (2005, Star Bright Books, 15.95/hardback)
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The narrator of this story idolizes his grown-up older brother. So when his big brother leaves for the army and tells the boy he must be the man of the house, he has some very big shoes to fill. Color. Grades Pre-1. [8” x 10”...32 pages]

I Miss You!: A Military Kid's Book about Deployment

by Beth Andrews (2007, Prometheus Books, 12.98)
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The author is a social worker who has many years of experience assisting military families experiencing stress, This guide is an excellent tool for allowing children and their loved ones to deal with the many emotions caused by deployment. The accompanying Parents' Guide is designed to validate parents' feelings and give them ways to help their childen cope. Illustrations. Grades K-5. [8.5” x 8.5”...56 pages]

The Magic Box: When Parents Can't Be There to Tuck You In

by Marty Sederman & Seymour Epstein (2003, Magination Press, 9.95)
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Casey's dad has to go away for a couple of days… AGAIN! Casey hates it when his father has to travel. But this time Dad leaves behind a special gift that will help Casey cope with the absence, and with future trips as well. This upbeat and charmingly illustrated book contains a wealth of tips for families in which a parent is often away from home. Color. Grades K-3. [8” x 10”...32 pages]

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