Breakfast with My Father

For a child feeling anxious or uncertain about new routines after a parental separation, this book offers gentle reassurance. The story follows a young boy named David who treasures his Saturday morning breakfasts with his father, who now lives elsewhere. When his dad is uncharacteristically late one day, David's worry grows, mirroring the very real fears a child in this situation might have. The book handles these feelings of sadness, anxiety, and loneliness with a soft touch, culminating in a comforting resolution. It's an excellent choice for early elementary schoolers as it validates their fears about consistency and abandonment in a simple, contained story, reinforcing that love remains even when family structures change.