Far Apart, Close in Heart
Author | : Becky Birtha |
Publisher | : Albert Whitman & Company |
Total Pages | : 34 |
Release | : 2017-03-07 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780807512760 |
ISBN-13 | : 0807512761 |
Rating | : 4/5 (60 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2017 - Best Picture Books to Give Readers Strength STARRED REVIEW! "This book is a necessary one."—Kirkus Reviews starred review STARRED REVIEW! "A highly recommended title that serves as an excellent entry to discuss incarceration in an age-appropriate way."—School Library Journal starred review Millions of children worldwide have a parent in jail or prison. Kids can have all kinds of feelings and questions when a parent is incarcerated. Rafael is embarrassed. Rashid is angry. Yen wonders if it's her fault. This sensitive story illustrates a range of situations children may face with moms or dads behind bars, while reassuring them they are not alone.