Still a Family by Brenda Reeves Sturgis
Appropriate Age Range: 4-8 years
What this book is all about:
A little girl and her parents have lost their home and must live in a homeless shelter. However, due to a common shelter policy, her dad must live in a seperate shelther. Despite her family's circumstances they still find time to be together and she reminds herself that they're still a family even when they're apart.
Why you might want to read it:
This book provides a gentle way to explore homelessness as the little girl shares about the challenges of being homeless in a matter-of-fact manner while reflecting on both the struggles and positive message of hope.
3 questions for you to ask your children after reading it:
What do you think the hardest part of not having a home would be?
The little girl in the story shared about her doll which was really important to her and did not mention many other toys. If you could only pick one or two things, what would bring you the most comfort if you were without a home?
What stuck out to you the most about the story?