Books Like My Father is Far Away

About My Father is Far Away

Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the physical absence of a father, whether due to work travel, military deployment, or living in a different household. It provides a soft place to land for children who are feeling the 'tug' of a missing parent during the quiet moments of their day. The story follows a young girl who uses her imagination to envision what her father might be doing while she eats her breakfast or plays in the yard. It focuses on the emotional tether that connects families across any distance. For parents, it is an invaluable tool for validating a child's longing without needing to provide complex logistical explanations for why the parent is away. It is most appropriate for preschoolers and early elementary students who are beginning to understand that people exist even when they aren't in sight.