The Harting Family
These books are made possible by Donald Harting and his family. 

Don is the little boy in this picture. His parents separated when he was 8 years old. They divorced 7 years later. 

Despite the hardships of divorce, Don loves his parents and is honoring them by making books available to other families. Don’s message to parents » 

Books for Kids of Divorce

Divorce can be painful and confusing for kids. If your family (or a family you know) is experiencing a divorce, we encourage you to talk early and often to your kids.

To help, we want to offer you a free book. We’ve researched the best books available for preschoolers, elementary students, and middle and high school students, and thanks to the Harting family, we’ve purchased them for you.

Read the book descriptions below, then select the best book for your child(ren).

Preschool and Kindergarten

Mama and Daddy Bears Divorce

Young children like Dinah, the littlest bear in her family, take comfort in things that stay the same. Dinah likes to go to sleep every night with her favorite stuffed bunny, make bread with Mama, and go for walks with Daddy—but divorce causes things to change.

Using watercolor illustrations and gentle explanations, Mama and Daddy Bears Divorce discusses changes (like Daddy moving out), but reassures little ones that important things will stay the same. As Dinah learns, “her daddy would always be her daddy, and her mama would always be her mama.”
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Elementary School

Dinosaurs Divorce

Written for curious kids with lots of questions, Dinosaurs Divorce by Marc Brown (author of the “Arthur” books) uses cartoon-style illustrations and straightforward, upbeat language to help kids investigate divorce. Dinosaurs Divorce explains why divorce happens and what changes to expect.

Most importantly, Dinosaurs Divorce empowers kids with constructive advice for sharing their emotions and taking practical steps to make transitions easier. By the last page, kids will feel better informed and prepared for whatever comes next.
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Middle School

The Divorce Express

Everything is changing. From a new school, to leaving her boyfriend behind, to her dad’s new girlfriend, and a big announcement from her mom—what will Phoebe do?

Preteen and young teen readers say they couldn’t put this book down. The Divorce Express digs into joint custody issues and shifting family and personal relationships. Preteen and young teen readers will see their own worries and inner conflicts reflected on the pages of The Divorce Express and learn to handle them as Phoebe does.
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High School

Split in Two: Keeping It Together When Your Parents Live Apart

This short (120 pages) handbook takes a frank and practical look at how to reduce, if not eliminate, disruptions caused by parental divorce—especially when it comes to living in two different households.

Teen readers learn to how to transition between homes and how to communicate their needs. Split in Two‘s comic-style illustrations dig deep into day-to-day issues. This modern, yet compassionate, guide will help teens feel less scattered and more whole.
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