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Marian De Smet - Author
Nina describes the practical change of having one home with her mother and another with her father, and living in each at different times.
Nina used to live with her parents in one house, but now she lives in two houses, sometimes with her mom and other times with her dad, and although she is confused about what is happening, Nina knows both her parents love her very much. A young girl named Nina recounts her feelings about her parents' divorce and describes what it is like to live in two households in this touching picture book. Everything is different from the way it was, and sometimes the behavior of the adults around her is upsetting to Nina. This honest, uncomplicated account of divorce from a child's point of view will reassure and comfort young readers who are experiencing the changes that divorce brings to a family.
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Talk about: What helps Nina hold on to the idea that both parents love her?
The child-centred viewpoint gives families a way to consider how separation and changed routines may feel from a child’s perspective.
Parental separation is central, and Nina feels confused; she also finds some adult behaviour upsetting. These feelings may invite a gentle check-in while reading.
If Nina’s experience feels familiar, what parts of moving between homes seem easy or difficult, and what might help?
Read together at an unhurried pace, pausing for the child to respond to Nina’s feelings. Let them lead on any personal comparisons rather than assuming the story matches their family.
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I Have Two Homes - Marian De Smet - Google Books
Limited information
Checked: 1 October 2026.
Relevant to: Love across two homes
I have two homes by Marian De Smet | Open Library
Limited information
Checked: 1 October 2026.
Relevant to: Love across two homes
Benefits, discussion questions and reading approaches are suggestions. Your knowledge of your child remains part of the decision.
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