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Books for Single-Parent Home – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
537 books
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A Christmas Gift for Mama
Lauren Thompson
In their first winter since losing a father and husband, Grace and her mother find a way to celebrate through the selfle
Ages 7–10
Emma and George #2
The Desperate Dog Writes Again
Eileen Christelow
Emma the dog feels neglected by her owner's new girlfriend, so she turns to a canine advice columnist to help manage her
Ages 5–8
Sticks
Joan Bauer
Ten-year-old math whiz Mickey prepares for the biggest pool championship of his life while leaning on his community to h
Ages 8–12
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A Bird Is a Bird
written and illustrated by Lizzy Rockwell
For the child who feels like an outsider or is searching for where they belong. A soulful story about choosing who you w
Ages 8–12
Hard Love #2
Love & Lies
Ellen Wittlinger
Sixteen-year-old John searches for a sense of belonging as he navigates a complicated new connection with a fellow outsi
Ages 14–18
Oprah Winfrey: Love Yourself First
Rich Linville
Born in Mississippi and nicknamed The Preacher for her early love of reading, young Oprah Winfrey shares the story of fi
Ages 5–8
Sardines
Sashi Kaufman
For the child navigating a changing family dynamic who needs to know that finding where you fit in is a game worth playi
Ages 8–12
Dreamcatcher
Ann Curtin
Moving to a remote Wyoming ranch means new bullies and a mysterious ghost for Jesse, but a new friendship might be the k
Ages 10–14
A Kids Book About
Divorce
Ashley Simpo
A supportive guide for children navigating the big changes and difficult questions that arise when parents decide to liv
Ages 5–9
Husky #2
Pretty
Justin Sayre
For the teenager navigating the heavy reality of a parent's addiction while trying to define her own worth and beauty be
Ages 14–18
The Mum-Minder
Jacqueline Wilson
Sadie is usually the one being looked after, but when her childminder mom catches the flu, it is up to Sadie to manage t
Ages 7–10
The Memory of Forgotten Things
Kat Zhang
For the child grappling with the 'what ifs' of loss and the longing to hold onto a loved one's memory while moving forwa
Ages 8–12
Black Storm Comin'
Diane Lee Wilson
Colton braves the dangerous trails of the Pony Express in 1860, carrying a letter that could change the fate of a nation
Ages 10–14
The House on Dirty-Third Street
Jo S. Kittinger
A rundown house becomes a sanctuary when a mother, daughter, and their new neighbors join forces to turn grime into a ho
Ages 4–8
Pieces of Georgia
Jen Bryant
For the child processing the loss of a parent and finding solace in art. This journal-style story follows Georgia as she
Ages 9–12
Hugging the Rock
Susan Taylor Brown
For the child grappling with the confusion of a parent's departure or the weight of a family member's mental illness.
Ages 10–14
Shouting at the Rain
Lynda Mullaly Hunt
For the child grappling with a 'summer friend' who has suddenly grown cold or those wondering why their family looks dif
Ages 8–12
Weekend Dad
Naseem Hrab
Moving between two different houses after a divorce leaves a young boy feeling unsettled as he searches for the true mea
Ages 4–8
Sammy Keyes #6
The Hollywood Mummy
Wendelin Van Draanen
Seventh-grader Sammy Keyes balances the daily comedies of middle school with her sharp instincts as an amateur sleuth so
Ages 10–14
Cherry #1
Skinny Melon and Me
Jean Ure
Follow the diary of pre-teen Cherry as she navigates life with her new stepfather and her loyal best friend, Melanie Ski
Ages 9–12
Jesus Was with Me All Along
Julie Mastel
A young child dealing with the loneliness of a parents' divorce finds comfort and companionship in the constant presence
Ages 4–8
Liza #1
Upside Down
Mary Jane Miller
Sarah’s world feels completely upside down when her mother starts dating the father of the school nerd, forcing her to f
Ages 8–12
Gracie
Robin Ballard
For children navigating the transition to two households, this gentle story provides reassurance that love remains const
Ages 3–7
Honey
Sarah Weeks
Melody and her best friend turn into detectives to uncover the truth about her father’s secret girlfriend in this story
Ages 8–12
