Supporting families

See also

Coping with children who are abused or bullied

Coping with children who self harm

Coping with children with special needs

Coping with difficult behaviour

	What about the Children? (Julie Lynn Evans, Bantam Press) RRP £12.99 Kindle edition £8.02   The book does not offer a cure, as every child and circumstance will be unique, but does give you a better understanding of how children may react to major changes in their lives and to the behaviour of their parents.   This book doesn't have a specific Christian perspective.   2011 conference recommended title
	Putting Children First (Karen and Nick Woodall, Piatkus Books) RRP £11.99   Children living in separated family situations fare best when their relationship with each of their parents continues to be close. Using strategies such as parenting plans, scripted phone calls and parenting meetings, the book help parents to communicate effectively on all the most important things in their children's lives.   2011 conference recommended title
	Two Homes (Clarie Masurel, Walker Books) RRP £5.99   A book for children whose parents are seperated.   Alex has two homes - a home where Daddy lives and a home where Mummy lives. Alex has two front doors, two bedrooms and two very different favourite chairs. He has a toothbrush at Mummy's and a toothbrush at Daddy's. But whether Alex is with Mummy or Daddy, one thing stays the same: Alex is loved by them both - always. This portrayal of the life of a child whose parents are divorced is full of warmth, comfort and affection.   2011 conference recommended title
BUY...	Supporting broken families (Paul Fenton & Alex Owen, 2011 conference) £3.99 How do we work effectively with all of the members of a broken family? Thinking about the practicalities, sharing experiences, discussing some ideas and exploring strategies for engagement.