What is life like for a child who has a parent in prison?
This book includes:
- Photographic portraits of 30 children whose parents are incarcerated, along with their thoughts and reflections, in their own
words.
- Reflections of several grandparents who are unexpectedly parenting children whose parents are incarcerated.
- "Ten Questions Often Asked by Children."
- "Dealing with Emotions" - - including grief and loss, shame and stigma, anger and isolation.
- Resources for "Staying in Touch," "Finding Moments of Celebration," "Adjusting to a Parent's Return," "Self-Care for Family
Caregivers," and "Suggestions for Third-Party Caregivers."
- "The Children's Bill of Rights." along with thoughtful consideration about how to apply restorative justice and respect for relationships in these difficult situations.
