Book details
My Bonus Mom!: Taking the Step Out of Stepmom
Description
In rhythmic verse, My Bonus Mom!, shows children of divorced families that a positive attitude can lead to a happy outcome and springs open their hearts and minds to accept their own bonus moms. It captures the mixed emotions that surge through young children as they deal with divorce and adjust to remarriage. The children work through their feelings of dismay, fear and anger, and grow to love dad's new wife, whom they come to think of as their bonus mom. Twice the attention, twice the love, twice the fun and twice as many birthday presents! What's not to love? Earned Honorable Mention at 2013 Southern California Book Festival!
Age
4-10
Text complexity
proficient
Length
56 pages
Why to read
- Understanding Family Dynamics: The book provides insight into the complexities of blended families and the role of a stepmother, helping readers to better understand and navigate these relationships.
- Positive Representation: 'My Bonus Mom!' offers a positive portrayal of stepmothers, countering the often negative stereotypes and providing a more balanced and appreciative view of the step-parent role.
- Emotional Support: For children and stepmothers alike, the book can serve as a source of emotional support, validating their experiences and offering comfort in knowing they are not alone in their journey.
- Encouraging Strong Bonds: The book encourages the development of strong, loving bonds between stepchildren and stepmothers, emphasizing the importance of open communication, mutual respect, and empathy.