This was a great book for our family - very positive about the relationship with former spouses. My ex-husband and I have a very positive relationship with one another and with our son, and this book was helpful to reaffirm that with him. I found that a lot of other divorce/two home type books had a silent negative outlook on it, and focused on overcoming that, rather than on reaffirming the positive things involved in a child having "two homes" or living in a divorced family. GREAT BOOK - HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

The child who read this kept saying - 'that's like me' as he realised just how much he had in common with the character - an excellent book, gentle, lyrical, clear and straightforward - comes highly recommended.

my toddler says this book is "good," a high compliment! it's simple, stays focused on the topic. i think the repetition helps to normalize and reinforce the message that having parents who live in difference homes is okay. also helps me to get into the mindset of my toddler, who's looking for a certain sense of belonging and security.

I've been looking for a book to read to my son about having two families. His father and I were never married, so most of the books don't apply to our situation, because they're about divorced parents. This book speaks nothing about the relationship between the parents. It is purely about the difference in mommy's house and daddy's house. It speaks as if this a natural arrangment, and doesn't suggest sadness or loneliness about the parents not being together. My son is only 18 mths old, but he likes the pictures, and it's a good, simple story-line for when he's old enough to understand. I highly reccommend this book for divorced, or never-married families.

This book was helpful, however, for very young children. Perhaps 3 to 4 year olds. I found it a little young for my 7 year old children. Good illistrations, very, very basic.

This book is written very well. It helped me find a way to talk about my son's two homes - even if he doesn't know how different it might be (he's 2) than others, it may make it more normal - of give him a way to see it from a very positive light.

I was looking for a book that would help with the adjustment process as my granddaughter (5) and my grandson (3) are in the midst of the upheaval that comes from this change in households as they spend time with each parent. This book is excellent! My grandson thinks he is the boy in the story, Alex!

This book helped my 5 year old granddaughter right after her parents split. It was good for her to see that other kids live in the same situation. She was able to identify with the two homes that her world became.

My daughter was 3 and a half when we moved out due to my husband and I separating. I bought a few books that looked like they were on her level (not too complex). This book is fantastic for her age and keeps it so simple. My daughter "reads" it to herself also. When I read it with her I draw examples from our own house, etc. Out of all the books I bought, this is a favorite. When she's a little older Dinosaur's Divorce or some others may be more appropriate. But this is just right for now and has been a great tool in helping her adjust to having "Two Homes".

I cannot say enough good things about this book. I bought this for my young stepchildren when they were about 1 1/2 years old. They're almost 5 now and this has been a longtime favorite. Instantly, they began to relate to the scenarios in the book (Examples are I have two toothbrushes, one at Mommy's house and one at Daddy's house; I have two kitchens, I cook here with Mommy, I cook here with Daddy). They call the book "Alex" and I honestly believe that it has helped them to understand the situation with their parents in a simple, age-appropriate manner. The things that are most important for young children in divorce- stability, love, and security, are addressed simply through Alex's words. This book is amazing. Buy it now!

How wonderful to find a book that helps with such a difficult and emotional topic for young children! I purchased this book to help my 2 1/2 year old grandson cope with his parents' divorce, and to help him cope with shared custody. This is a simply written, brightly colored book that is not too wordy for the younger child. It never mentions the word "divorce". It simply shows and tells how the young child has "two homes" where he or she can feel secure and comfortable. It presents opportunities for discussion, and allows the child to talk about and express feelings. At first, it is just a good introduction to a difficult subject, but repeat readings over time, allows it to grow with the young child as he/she verbalizes more. I am an Early Childhood educator, and I highly recommend this book.

This book was especially helpful to my 3 yr. old granddaughter whose parents are separated. She immediately identified w/ the main character, Alex, who has "separate" homes. It doesn't try to preach or analyze, just states the facts about the separation of parents.It also reinforces the fact that each parent loves and cares for the child despite the separateness. I found it encouraging and also comforting for any child who is confused over their family situation.

Divorce is not pretty and certainly not how families should end up. However when the tragedy happens the good intentions of putting the children first can be thrown out of the window and it is the children that very often are being used as pawns in the parental battle. Needless to say it is the child that ends up scarred.

The idea behind the book is very straightforward and in language the child can understand it aims to turn a tragedy into a positive outcome. The child can perceive that this new state of affairs can be for the best, and it gives opportunities for the adults to discuss with the child his feelings about the recent life changes. This book is a powerful tool for the child to gain from what otherwise could be a very traumatising experience.

While this book may have been written for the youngest child to understand, the message it gives is so simple that the parents would do well to take heed and follow it through as a blue print in how to conduct their affairs. If they cannot, a wise grandparent may wish to take on this roll with the child. The child may not be able to bring the parents back together, but this book can help to empower the child to ensure he does not lose out with either parent.

Divorce is not pretty and certainly not how families should end up. However wnen the tragedy happens the good intentions of putting the children first can be thrown out of the window and it is the children that very often are being used as pawns in the parental battle. While this book may have been written for the youngest child to understand, the message it gives is so simple that the parents would do well to take heed and follow it through as a blue print in how to conduct their affairs.

The child may not be able to bring the parents back, but this book can help to empower the child to ensure he does not lose out with either parent.

I purchased this book for small children (7 and 3) whose parents are separated and going through a divorce. The book helped them find the words to ask questions or at least gave them the chance to just say "why?". Other books have been scarey, but this was a simple little story.

This book helped my five year old understand that someone else may have two homes, as well. Great pictures and simple reading. Perfect for young children of divorced parents.

I bought this book for my 3 1/2 yr old. It is simple and makes having two homes seem more positive. My daughter points out the toothbrush at Daddy's and the one at Mommy's. Good book to start with for toddler/preschool age.

This book was perfect for what I needed it for. My 4 yo was asking questions about why he has two homes and I wasnt sure how to answer him.
While this does not give the answers of course, it does go through the life of alittle boy and how he has two of everything. One eacha t his moms house and one each as his dads. As we do not have any friends who are divorced ( we divorced when he was younger than 2)I had no one ot compare him too and he felt isolated. Thsi book was jsut the "friend" we needed to show him that others have two homes too. This is not about explaining or dealing with kids while divorcing, this is directly to kids who are settled but wonder if they are the only ones who have two homes.

Divorce is complicated enough for children, so parents seeking to explain the situation find themselves in sometimes difficult situations knowing what to share, how much to share, and when to share it.

This book, 'Two Homes,' helps relieve a little of that parental pressure by explaining and illustrating very well the idea of having two homes, and why that can be a GOOD thing. It stresses that Mommy is still the Mommy and that Daddy is still the Daddy, even though they live in separate places. It goes over the fact that both places are one of love for the child. It helps reinforce that in both places, the child has a bathroom, a room, friends, etc.

Overall, a very good book, one which I would recommend to any parent trying to explain to their child that their parents will now live in two separate places.

I was extremely unhappy with the number of books available for children on this subject. I realize it is difficult to convey such a complex subject in simple terms that children can understand; however, that I why I'm looking for a book on this. If it were so simple, why would I need a book to help explain it? Anyway... this does a nice job and in a non-evasive way to expaining the situation that my child faces. He's 4 and totally incapable to comprehending the situation, but he does relate to a couple of the examples put forth in this book (eg two homes, two rooms, etc). Overall, i'd buy this book even if there were a plethera of books available. I'd recommend it for a child(ren) a little older (maybe 5-10). it is well written and overall a very good book.

This was a good book for my 5 yr old Grandson. It was a great way to show that other children live in split family situations; most importantly--it reminds the reader that the child is still loved by BOTH parents, and still freely loves BOTH parents in return.

My daughter, who was just about to turn 6 when I bought this, loves this book. It is essentially 'her life' because of divorce and I think it means a lot to her to realize she is not alone in having two homes. When I first got this book I was disappointed, it is so short and so simple; but it is not intended for me-and she loves it.

My daughter, who was just about to turn 6 when I bought this, loves this book. It is essentially 'her life' because of divorce and I think it means a lot to her to realize she is not alone in having two homes. When I first got this book I was disappointed, it is so short and so simple; but it is not intended for me-and she loves it.

I bought this book two years ago when my husband and I separated. It was the perfect story to tell my 3 year old son while we transitioned to our new situation. After the first couple readings, it went back on the shelf for almost a year. Now that he's 5, it's regained popularity. I even heard HIM read it to his cousin to explain why he has two homes while his cousin only has one. It seems to be a good way for him to share his situation with his young friends. A true gift! Thank you Claire Masurel!

I bought this book two years ago when my husband and I separated. It was the perfect story to tell my 3 year old son while we transitioned to our new situation. After the first couple readings, it went back on the shelf for almost a year. Now that he's 5, it's regained popularity. I even heard HIM read it to his cousin to explain why he has two homes while his cousin only has one. It seems to be a good way for him to share his situation with his young friends. A true gift! Thank you Claire Masurel!

Of the several separated-parenting/divorce children's books I got, this one really stood out at least apologetic and most encouraging of stability and normalcy.

I got it in 2003 for my then preschooler, and it stuck around in her bookcase for a couple years, read a few times a year (per her desire).

Despite the less-than-ideal circumstance of splitting up a family, the book doesn't even address the negative. It rather, matter of factly (understanding that kids are pretty resilient), just shows what life is like for the child in the book... two sets of everything, and of course the same amount of love as always. It's not scary, it's not unknown. It's a life that any pre-schooler will be able to understand.

My daughter, now in kindergarten, still refers to her situation as "two homes". She even commented that some of her classmates have "two homes" too.

What a testament to a children's book on a difficult subject when the title gets incorporated into a kid's vocabulary!

It is an excellent book! The biggest reason why I like it is that it is a neutral book ~ the child has two of everything ~ it doesn't convey the child lives with one parent and visits the other parent. I really like this book!

I bought this book for my 4 year old after my husband and I seperated and it seemed to help him understand the situation more clearly. It is a simple book that he was able to understand. Now he feels he's "super lucky" because now HE has two homes instead of just one.

Thank goodness there is a book like Two Homes by Claire Masurel. It doesn't try to explain or justify divorce to young ones. It just comforts, supports and reaffirms to young children that now they have two homes where they are loved. I can't praise this book enough for its simply explained and well illustrated message.

I recently purchased 2 copies of this book for my own Alex - 1 to keep at Mom's and the other to keep at Dad's. I bought this book especially because my 3 1/2 year old has a very difficult time leaving his home at Mom's to go visit at Dad's. It gives us a chance to personalize the text and discuss and share details about how (my) Alex has 2 of several things - favorite chairs, toothbrushes, places to hang coats, sets of friends, bedrooms and, most importantly, parents who love him. The text is very simple, and the pictures are relative to a kid's world. Alex quickly adopted this book as one of his favorite must-reads at bedtime. It brings a smile to his face each time we read it, and it gets him involved in talking about how he has 2 homes. I would suggest this book to anyone with young children (ages 3-5)in a family of divorce.

I was divorced a couple years ago and my then three year old was really having a tough time. I bought LOTS of books. This one stands out from them all. My girls could really relate to it. It is a pretty simple book, this is what my room looks like at mom's, this is what my room looks like at dad's. It also reinforces that fact that they are loved no matter where they are. I would highly recommend this for anyone going through the nightmare of divorce where kids are involved.

This book is simple enough for a young child, who doesn't need technical details about his parents separation/divorce, but does need reassurance that he/she is still loved no matter what happens ishis/her life. It is a good tool for getting your younger child to talk about their own feelings in a safe way. My 4 1/2 year old son loves this book. The illustrations are sweet and have a certain gentleness, which matches the text nicely. Overall, I would highly recommend this to anyone who knows a child going through this difficult life change.

This book is simple and encouraging for the very young child. Amazon has a note that this is for the child up to age 8, but a school age child, other than kindergartener, would find it disappointing. This helps dispell fears of the toddler, young child group of losing their parents somehow with divorce. It addresses that they have a place and home with each parent which helps a young child adjust to divorce in the family. For the younger child, it is worth the cost. For the older child, look for a different book like Dinosaurs Divorce which addresses more feelings and complex issues.

I think the is a great book. It shows how Alex has two homes, one with his Mom and one with his Dad. He has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, two favorite chairs, and friends at each house. The pictures show us how happy and comfortable Alex is at both house. The story tells us he talks to Mommy at his Dad's house and Daddy at his Mom's house. Alex knows he is loved by both his parents at all times wherever he is. This is a very comforting story. It is a great book for young children experiencing a divorce or just to teach children about divorce. It doesn't try to explain divorce, it just shows Alex's two homes in a simple, happy way!

I loved this book! It was exactly what I was looking for. My 2 year old son loves reading it, and talking about Alex's 2 homes. He understands that he is like Alex and has two homes too. It is a simple story that doesn't try to explain divorce, or justify it. It just explains how the boy has two homes and that both his parents love him, in a loving and simple way. It has wonderful pictures that my son really relates to. Hope you enjoy it too.

Alex's Mommy and Daddy don't live together anymore and so Alex shares time with them in two different homes. He has his own room in each, his own toothbrush, his own favorite chair, and his own special times with Mommy and Daddy. Through the simple illustrations of Kady MacDonald Denton and the comforting words of the author, Claire Masurel, this book reassures the young child that despite the separation in his family, he is very much loved by both parents. This book is good for the younger child for whom 'divorce' is not easy to comprehend. It can help a child understand more the impact of sharing homes as well as parents.