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The Divorce Journal for Kids

Helping children cope with parental separation through creativity

Sue Atkins author Amy Bradley illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published:21st Jun '21

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A supportive journal for children navigating their feelings during divorce, The Divorce Journal for Kids helps them express and understand their emotions.

Navigating the emotional landscape of a divorce can be particularly challenging for children. The Divorce Journal for Kids by parenting expert Sue Atkins offers a thoughtful and creative outlet for children aged 7 and above to express their feelings during this difficult time. This journal provides a safe space for kids to articulate their thoughts and emotions, which can often be overwhelming when parents decide to separate. Through engaging activities, children can explore their feelings of anger, fear, and sadness, helping them to process the changes happening in their lives.

The journal is filled with prompts and exercises designed to encourage self-reflection and open communication. By guiding children to articulate their experiences, The Divorce Journal for Kids empowers them to confront their feelings head-on. It also serves as a valuable tool for parents, enabling them to better understand their child's emotional state and to foster supportive conversations. This connection can be crucial in helping children feel less isolated during such a transformative period in their lives.

Ultimately, The Divorce Journal for Kids is more than just a collection of activities; it is a resource that nurtures resilience and provides comfort. By engaging with the journal, children can find strength in their feelings and learn that it is okay to share their emotions with trusted adults. This supportive approach can make a significant difference in how children cope with the changes brought about by divorce.

When a family hits a storm, parents can be so keen to want their kids to be ok that they can miss listening to their children and validating their experience. This book is an excellent tool for children and parents to work through difficult feelings and thoughts, bringing understanding at such a challenging time. Often, children can have a deep seated belief that it is their fault; this journal is an excellent tool to address these issues and help children build a coherent narrative of their own story. -- Tanya Gordon, Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
Sue has created a unique journal for children who experience divorce. It is important that children are able to express their feelings during this difficult time for the whole family. In the divorce journal for kids, children can write down their thoughts and feelings and share this with their parents. I will 100% share this bespoke journal with parents and schools. -- Laura Henry-Allain MBE, Award winning International speaker, writer (Creator of the JoJo and Gran Gran characters) and consultant
As a parent advisor, I recommend Sue Atkins' 'Divorce Journal' to families on a regular basis. It's the only resource I have found that deals with the emotional and practical aspects of a divorced/fragmented family with the child at the centre. This carefully constructed journal really does cover every aspect - it's extremely useful for both parents and for therapists working with children. I've had such positive feedback from clients and fellow counsellors. It's easy to use, very child friendly and has great results. -- Jo Fitzgerald Mental Health First Aid Trainer & Founder of Tiny Sponges & Primary2Secondary
It provides a realistic way to help - an opportunity for children to reflect on their feelings, talk to their parents and feel valued. -- Georgina Durrant, founder of The SEN Resources Blog and author of 100 Ways Your Child Can Learn Through Play
A perfect resource to empower children to manage their feelings and emotions through a divorce, so they are able to 'be' with their experience more, process what's happening better and a resource from which, more understanding conversations can happen with parents. -- Tosh Brittan, Founder of Divorce Goddess
An empowering much needed journal for children packed full of helpful tools to guide them on their own journey through their parents divorce. A must have support tool for your kids. -- Sara Davison, The Divorce Coach

ISBN: 9781787757066

Dimensions: 241mm x 168mm x 10mm

Weight: 310g

128 pages