It's Not Your Fault, Koko Bear: A Read-together book For Parents and Young Children During Divorce

Author: Vicki Lansky

It is difficult for parents to share the news of separation with young children. Often, children feel responsible for their parent’s difficulties and the changes in the family. They blame themselves, often feeling as if they behaved differently their parents would remain together. As adults you know that your child is not responsible, but this is a feeling and perception they develop that adds to the difficulty of the situation. This read-together book is a good resource for parents and children to discuss the divorce and help children navigate their thoughts and feelings about the separation. By reading it together, it also gives parents an opportunity to see where children may be struggling and to address fears and concerns. Keep the book with the other books your child enjoys and return to it to read together.