Far Apart, Close in Heart
By Becky Birtha & Maja Kastelic
- Release Date: 2017-03-07
- Genre: Social Issues in Kids Fiction
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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.