About This Book
Parents should reach for this book when their child is navigating the first holiday season after a divorce. It centers on Noel, a sixth grader whose world has been upended by her parents' separation and her family's new financial struggles. She believes Christmas is ruined without their old traditions and with no money for gifts. The story follows Noel's journey as she learns to cope with her anger and sadness, ultimately discovering that the holiday spirit can be found in new traditions and in helping others. It’s an empathetic and realistic story for ages 8 to 12 that normalizes the grief of family changes while providing a hopeful message about resilience and gratitude.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals directly and realistically with the emotional and financial fallout of divorce. The approach is secular and grounded in the protagonist's feelings of loss, anger, and sadness. It does not offer a simple fix but portrays a process of coping and adjustment. The resolution is hopeful, emphasizing that family and happiness can look different after a major change and still be wonderful.
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