Fred Stays with Me by Nancy Coffelt
Appropriate Age Range: 4-8 years
What this book is all about:
Fred Stays with Me shares the story of a girl and her dog, Fred, as she transitions from one parent's house to the other's. Fred provides a sense of consistency and stablility amongst her changing family/home.
Why you might want to read it:
Fred Stays with Me presents and shares a story of divorce through simple and matter-of-fact language which addresses a child's concerns while highlighting common ground for parents and a girl who finds strength and consistency through their companionship with their pup.
3 Questions for you to ask your children after reading it:
Some aspects of the girl's homes were similar and other parts were different. How are your homes similar and different?
How do you think Fred makes the girl feel?
What makes you feel like the girl?