Where Am I Sleeping Tonight?: A Story of Divorce

by Carol Gordon Ekster (2008, Boulden, 9.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 7.86]

Ever wake up and not know where you are? Not sure if your homework is due today or tomorrow? Can’t remember if you have hockey practice tonight? Forgot your homework at your Mom¹s and now you¹re at your Dad’s and can’t get it done? Welcome to Mark’s world. Ever since his parents’ divorce, his life and schedule has been scrambled, leaving him feeling confused, frustrated, and even a little angry with his parents for getting a divorce. But with time, effort, and the assistance of his parents and teacher, Mark gets a little more organized, helping him to do better in school, be supportive to his little brother Evan, and most importantly, start to come to terms with his parents’ divorce. Color. Grades 3-6. [5.5” x 8”...24 pages]

When My Parents Forgot How to Be Friends

by Jennifer Moore-Malinos (2005, Barron's, 6.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 5.49]

Young children become confused and hurt when their parents constantly argue, then decide to divorce. This sensitively written book assures boys and girls that children are in no way responsible for their parents' inability to get along together. It lets kids know that although one parent chooses to move away from the home, both parents continue to love their little boy or girl. Color. Grades K-3. [9.5” x 9.5”...32 pages]

Divorce Is Not the End of the World: Zoe’s and Evan’s Coping Guide for Kids. Revised and Updated

by Zoe & Evan Stern (2008, Tricycle Press, 9.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 7.86]

Nearly one out of every two marriages ends in divorce, but it doesn't have to spell disaster for the kids. With the right guidance and encouragement, they can not only survive divorce, but also truly thrive. Here is an honest, positive, and practical book, written "by" kids "for" kids, full of things they really want to know. Grades 4-8. [6” x 9”...101 pages]

Was It the Chocolate Pudding?: A Story for Little Kids About Divorce

by Sandra Levins (2006, Magination Press, 9.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 7.86]

When a young boy's parents divorce, he thinks it's because of the chocolate pudding he and his brother smeared all over the wall. If only he had brought a spoon! With this gentle story, young children can begin to understand that divorce is about grown-u problems, while getting comforting answers to their most pressing questions. (Also includes an afterword for parents by psychologist Jane Annunziata.) Color. Grades PreK-2. [10” x 8”...40 pages]

Mom's House, Dad's House for Kids

by Isolina Ricci (2006, Fireside, 15.00)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 11.85]

The author of the classic "Mom's House, Dad's House," once again breaks new ground with this inspiring, upbeat, and wise family guide for all children and young adults whether they live in one home or two. [5.5” x 8.5”...251 pages]

Dinosaurs Divorce: A Guide for Changing Families

by Laurie & Marc Brown (1986, Little, Brown, 7.99)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 6.31]

A book to help young children and their families deal with the confusion, misconceptions, and anxieties likely to arise. Always our biggest selling book for kids to read about divorce. Color. Grades K-3. [9” x 8.5”...32 pages]

When Mom and Dad Divorce

by Emily Menendez (1999, Abbey Press, 7.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 6.28]

With compassionate but realistic guidance, the author reassures children that divorce is not their fault, and that they will always be loved and cared for. She offers tips for working through tricky feelings and working out sticky problems, such as loyalty conflicts and schedule confusion. [8” x 8”…32 pages]

This book is part of The Elf-Help Books for Kids Series.

My Stick Family: Helping Children Cope with Divorce

by Natalie Reilly, et al. (2002, Small Horizons, 12.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 10.23]

Billy had difficulty accepting the break-up of his family. This story teaches children it is okay to feel sad, but that it is important to talk to others about their feelings. Color. Grades 1-4. [7.5” x 8.5”...48 pages]

Let's Talk About It: Divorce

by Fred Rogers (1994, Puffin, 6.99)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 5.52]

Through photographs and narrative, three different families are discussed. In his reassuring tone, Mister Rogers explains that the most important thing is for children to know that all of their feelings are real and acceptable—no matter what. Color photos. Grades K-2. [8” x 8”...32 pages]

This book is part of the popular Mr. Roger's Series.

Two Homes

by Claire Masurel (2001, Candlewick Press, 6.99)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 5.52]

A young boy named Alex enjoys the homes of both of his parents who live apart but love Alex very much. A comforting story about the reality of divorce. Reassuring in tone, this book helps kids embrace unwanted change in their lives. Color. Grades K-3. [10” x 9”...40 pages]

I Don’t Want to Talk About It

by Jean Ransom (2000, Magination Press, 9.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 7.86]

When a child’s parents divorce, the last thing she wants to do is talk about it. Includes children’s common reactions to divorce and offers suggestions for parents. Color. Grades K-3. [8” x 10”...32 pages]

My Family’s Changing: A First Look at Family Break Up

by Pat Thomas (1999, Barron’s, 6.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 5.49]

When a family goes through a break up, the changes are earth-shattering to children. Those changes are explained in terms children will understand. Color. Grades K-3. [9.5” x 8”...32 pages]

This book is part of A First Look at Series.

What Can I Do?: A Book for Children of Divorce

by Danielle Lowry (2001, Magination Press, 9.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 7.86]

Rosie tries everything to keep her parents together. By the time they separate, Rosie is sad and and confused. She visits her counselor and joins a group for children like her. Grades 3-6. [6” x 9”...48 pages]

What in the World Do You Do When Your Parents Divorce?: A Survival Guide for Kids

by Kent Winchester, et al. (2001, Free Spirit, 9.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 7.86]

This book helps children work through fear, confusion, sadness, anger, and other painful emotions. The authors’ many years of working with families offer unique insights. Grades 2-6. [6” x 6”...115 pages]

Mama and Daddy Bear's Divorce

by Cornelia Spelman (1998, Whitman, 6.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 5.49]

Dinah Bear has three favorite people—her mama, her daddy, and her big sister, Ruth. But one sad day, Mama and Daddy say they are going to get a divorce. Then Dinah worries if she and her sister will ever see their Daddy again. Color. Grades K-1. [8” x 9”...24 pages]

On the Day His Daddy Left

by Eric Adams & Kathleen Adams, LCSW (2000, Whitman, 6.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 5.49]

On the day his father moves out of the house, Danny’s teacher, friends, and family reassure him that his parents’ divorce is not his fault. Feeling guilty, like Danny’s reaction in this story, is a common reaction children have to divorce. Color. Grades K-4. [8” x 10”...24 pages]

It's Not Your Fault, Koko Bear: A Read-Together Book for Parents and Young Children During Divorce

by Vicki Lansky (1998, Book Peddlers, 7.99)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 6.31]

KoKo, a lovable bear, unfortunately must learn what divorce really means. Children will share KoKo's angry and sad feelings, understand they are natural, and discover what to expect about life in a family apart. Color. Grades K-3. [7.5” x 7.5”...32 pages]

My Mom and Dad Don't Live Together Anymore: A Drawing Book for Children of Separated or Divorced Parents

by Judith Rubin (2002, Magination Press, 14.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 11.81]

A child's own journal and drawing book that encourages him or her to realize, express, cope with, and resolve feelings and thoughts about the break up of their family. Pages are designed with large, colorful picture frames, inviting children to draw their experiences. Color. Grades K-4. [9” x 6”...48 pages]

At Daddy's on Saturdays

by Linda Girard (1991, Whitman, 6.95)
     [Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21% = 5.49]

Although her parents' divorce causes her to feel anger, concern, and sadness, Katie discovers that she can keep a loving relationship with her father even though he lives apart from her. Color. Grades PreK-3. [8” x 9”...24 pages]

Order by 1:00 P.M. (Central Time)... We'll send a confirming e-mail, and normally ship the same day!

Tracking information ... We'll have the U.S. Postal Service or UPS send you tracking information each time your package is scanned.

We're best known for two things... The way we pack (very carefully); and the way we ship (very quickly).

We take book safety seriously... Your books will be shrink-wrapped on a heavy piece of cardboard, and placed in a heavy-duty box or a padded mailing bag (depending on the size of your order). We also pack around the books with plenty of clean paper to keep the books from moving. And, when the order is ready to ship, we'll stamp the box with our traditional red "HANDLE WITH ENTHUSIASM" stamp.

Our customers tell us... That we are pretty good at what we do. And we ought to be! We've been dispatching books to all corners of the planet since 1978. We're one of those old-fashioned companies with real toll-free telephones—and real people to answer them. It will not be an accident that your books will arrive in perfect condition. We make sure they will.

Standard Shipping... 3.50 for orders under 50.00; free shipping for any order over 50.00 (including Purchase Orders).

Expedited Shipping... 5.00 for one book; 9.95 for two or more books. We normally use First Class Mail for home addresses; UPS for school addresses.

Can't find what you're looking for?
Just send us an e-mail (paperbacks@usmo.com), or call (800-227-2591). We'll give you pricing information, and availability. If we don't have a particular book in stock, or can't get it to you rather quickly, we'll help find a source.