Buddy learns to deal with his parents' divorce, subsequent dating and remarriage. The focus is on issues that often arise after a divorce including single parenting, adjusting to a stepparent and sharing a home with other children. The school counselor helps Buddy adjust to these changes. Readers learn that although divorce does hurt, life can get better afterwards. Relevant questions and attractive graphics help readers relate Buddy's experience to their own lives. (Grades K-2)
