Written and illustrated with warmth, humour and sensitivity, this excellent book, part of the Copper Tree Class series, tackles the subject of family break-up. Hana is confused and upset because her parents are going to live separately, and all the children in class notice how sad she is. Their teacher Mr Davis finds a way to explain the situation to her – and to readers – in a way that shows clearly that it’s not her fault, and that life will get better. He uses sunflower seeds too to show that Hana will grow and be happy, and find her place in the world no matter what. It’s a clever, reassuring way of talking about a subject relevant to very many children.
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The fourth book in the popular Copper Tree Class series deals with divorce and family break up.
When Hana's parents decide to split up, the children of the Copper Tree Class rally round to help cheer her up. Tom's Sunflower covers feelings of displacement and shows children that, while things may change in their lives, each child will continue to have their own unique place in the world.
Hilary Robinson has consulted leading experts and organisations involved in supporting children and families dealing with divorce and separation to ensure the storyline is appropriate for young children, including Gingerbread, the UK’s leading and most high profile charity for single parents, to which the book is dedicated.
In Tom’s Sunflower, a new Copper Tree series book, Hilary Robinson explores the effects divorce and family break-up can have on children, often resulting in feelings of displacement and self-worth, all within the framework of an accessible story to help young children gain a better understanding of the issue.
42% of marriages will end in divorce, 48% of which will involve children, according to the latest figures (2012, Office of National Statistics). As a consequence, the issue of separation, family break-up and divorce is one that will touch many children’s lives.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Tom's Sunflower and determined it is suitable for children aged 5-8 years old
Tom's Sunflower features in the following genres: Featured Books for 7+ readers, Recommendations, Featured Books for 5+ readers
Tom's Sunflower is available in Paperback
Tom's Sunflower was written by Hilary Robinson and published by Strauss House Productions
Yes it is part of Copper Tree Class series
£7.19
