Parents key into the sensitive issue of divorce through the use of mini-skits. The skit is presented in one minute or less, the participants identify with the situation and its characters, and as a result they join the group process without fear of vulnerability or personal exposure.

Forty-four skits are included in the program. Each skit includes discussion questions, additional ideas to explore, and a closing thought to conclude the group session on a positive note. Begin with a clever introductory session that includes humorous posters of common problems faced by divorced or divorcing parents. Then, choose the skits appropriate for your group. Some of the titles are: Mommy, how come?, I don't want to go to school today, Do you miss him, too?, You're just like your father!, You tell your mother, Do I have to go?, and Shopping with dad.

This program which has received overwhelming recognition in Massachusetts can be your answer to helping this large segment of the population.

"This approach works! It is a technique that can quickly enable parents to learn how to help their children cope with the divorce in their lives"--Director of Pupil Services.

"It may have been written for parents, but I can use it with my students in my counseling program at school."--Elementary School Counselor

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TOPIC: Divorce

INCLUDES: Leader's guide, 44 reproducible skits

GRADE LEVELS: K-12/Ages: 5-17

RECOMMENDED FOR: School counselors, social workers, psychologists, family-service personnel

112 pages, black and white illustrations, © 1995