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Ben and his sister, Beth, live with their parents by the beach. They love walking together with their dog, Toby. Suddenly, one day Ben's father tells them he is moving. Ben's life is shattered as he realises his parents are separating, but gradually he learns to adjust to the situation. The story follows his, and his family's journey while presenting a positive and optimistic perspective about the whole situation. It is a story of developing resilience, and gives children an opportunity to discuss this situation, and how to cope with stressful situations while coming out on top. A great resource for schools and parents.
About the author
Jane Fry is a teacher who is interested in the impact of issues affecting young children, and how they build up resilience to cope with difficult situations. She has previously had a book published about the changing relationship between a grandmother and her granddaughter when the grandmother develops Alzheimer's disease. Having taught children for many years and completed a counselling diploma, she became interested in the impact of life-changing issues in children. This book looks at another situation affecting many children today, the separation of parents and how the child copes with living between two homes.
Summary
A Story of Resilience.
