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Books for Single-Parent Home

60 books

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Cover of Dear Nobody

For teens and parents navigating the emotional weight of an unplanned pregnancy and the complex choices that follow, tol

Cover of Great Answers to Difficult Questions about Divorce

Great Answers to Difficult Questions #1

Great Answers to Difficult Questions about Divorce

Fanny Cohen Herlem

A clear, supportive guide that addresses the tough questions kids and teens have about separation, from living in two ho

Cover of The Story of Tracy Beaker

Tracy Beaker #1

The Story of Tracy Beaker

Jacqueline Wilson

For the child navigating feelings of rejection or yearning for a place to belong. Tracy's spunky, defensive voice masks

Ages 8–12

Cover of My Daddy Lives with God

My Daddy Lives with God

Tameko Hairston-Piggee

For the child navigating the profound loss of a father, this gentle story provides spiritual reassurance and a path towa

Cover of My Family Is Changing

My Family Is Changing

Emily Menendez-Aponte

For the child navigating the big emotions of a parents' separation or divorce: a supportive guide to processing change,

Cover of It's Not Your Fault, Koko Bear

It's Not Your Fault, Koko Bear

For the child grappling with the news of a separation or divorce. This gentle guide helps little ones understand that wh

Cover of Dance Disaster

Middle School Misadventures #2

For the child feeling overwhelmed by middle school changes, from the pressure of school dances to the shock of a parent

Cover of What Jamie Saw

For the child processing trauma or living with hyper-vigilance, this powerful story captures the quiet, intense journey

Cover of The Dead Man in Indian Creek

The Dead Man in Indian Creek

Mary Downing Hahn

For the child who needs a push to find their inner courage or is navigating complex feelings about a parent's new relati

Cover of Mistakes Were Made

Timmy Failure #1

Mistakes Were Made

For the child who feels misunderstood or struggles with self-reflection, this hilarious diary follows a boy whose confid

Cover of Speed of Life

For the teen navigating the messy complexities of grief, a changing family, and the unexpected discovery that her dad is

Cover of Caught!

Willo Davis Roberts

For the child navigating complex family dynamics or seeking independence, this suspenseful journey follows two sisters a

Cover of The Moffats

For children finding joy in simple moments while navigating life's changes. A classic look at family resilience and the

Cover of Detour for Emmy

Hamilton High #1

Detour for Emmy

Marilyn Reynolds

For the teen navigating the life-altering reality of an unplanned pregnancy and the isolation that follows. This raw loo

Cover of Tending to Grace

Tending to Grace

For the teenager who feels invisible or struggles to speak up, this story explores finding your voice when your world ha

Cover of Broken Bridge

For the teenager navigating the complexities of a multicultural identity while uncovering hidden family secrets that res

Cover of Dinosaurs Divorce

Dino Tales: Life Guides for Families #1

Dinosaurs Divorce

Laurie Krasny Brown, Marc Brown

For children navigating the big changes of divorce, this reassuring guide uses friendly dinosaurs to explain two homes,

Cover of Flightsend: A Summer of Discovery

Flightsend: A Summer of Discovery

For the teen navigating a major family transition, this story explores the quiet strength found in starting over and unc

Cover of The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making

The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making

Catherynne M. Valente

For the child feeling adrift while a parent is away, this lyrical adventure follows a girl who discovers her own strengt

Cover of Hope was Here

For the teen searching for where they fit in. A heartwarming story about a skilled waitress finding family and her voice

Cover of Hannah West in Deep Water

Hannah West in Deep Water

For the child who thrives on independence or feels like an outsider, this mystery explores a unique nomadic lifestyle wh

Cover of The Princess Diaries

The Princess Diaries #1

The Princess Diaries

For the teenager navigating the shock of a major family secret while balancing the everyday awkwardness of high school,

Cover of Ruby Electric

For the child processing a parent's long-term absence or family mysteries through creative outlets like writing and movi

Cover of Best Foot Forward

Rules of the Road #2

Best Foot Forward

For the teen navigating the messy reality of a first job, complicated family ties, and the challenge of trusting someone

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