Far Apart, Close in Heart: Being a Family When a Loved One Is Incarcerated (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780807512753)

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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.

Author: Becky Birtha
ISBN-10: 0807512753
ISBN-13: 9780807512753
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
Language: English
Published: 03/07/2017
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 9.10h x 9.10w x 0.50d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.3
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 189758 / Far Apart, Close in Heart: Being a Family When a Loved One Is Incarcerated


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2017 pg. 94
School Library Journal 04/01/2017 pg. 122
Foreword 05/09/2017
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2017 pg. 158 - Recommended, Satisfactory