- Hardcover: 40 pages
- Publisher: Jonathan Cape Ltd; First Edition edition (2 Oct 1997)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0224046527
- ISBN-13: 978-0224046527
- Product Dimensions: 25.2 x 24.8 x 1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
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- #59 in Books > Children's Books > Authors & Illustrators > C > Cole, Babette
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Having dealt with the difficult subjects of birth in Mummy Laid an Egg and death in Drop Dead, Babette Cole now turns her attention to another taboo--divorce. Two of Everything puts a different perspective on the issue of divorce by focussing on what a divorce can bring--two of everything and happier parents.
Although the whole issue of the end of a marriage is addressed in Babette Cole's characteristically zany way--only Babette would come up with the idea of a vicar "un-marrying" a couple-- important messages are conveyed in such a way that children are not only entertained, but also reassured. Sadly, divorce is a common occurrence which affects many children, this hilarious picture book addresses the issues and children's main concerns and, at the same time, is an entertaining read filled with Babette Cole's characteristic colourful and inventive illustrations. (4 years and up)
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Demetrius and Paula are two beautiful children, but their parents do nothing but argue, bicker and clash. The children worry that it is their fault and call a meeting at school to see if they are alone in this situation. They are not, the result is a decision that has everyone in agreement - an un-wedding. First published in 1997 for 6+ year olds.
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32 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
My three and a half year old has wanted to read this book every day since I bought it. Although Paula and Demetrius's parents aren't the same as my ex and I, reading about other children with "problem parents" seems to have helped my daughter talk about and release some of her feelings about our divorce. She's pointed out how we're different to the Ogglebutts and laughed at them. This book is completely non-judgemental. It tells everything from the children's point of view and shows how they're stuck in the middle and that its *not* their fault. And it's hilarious.
The book used to be available as "The Un-Wedding".
I wish there were more kids stories about divorce and children with two homes.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
What a brilliant book!
Key example - first time I ever read this to my 4 year old daughter...
The two parents in the book are arguing and fighting all the time (all very humorously), and their two children, our main characters, wonder if it might all be their fault. As soon as that question was posed my daughter piped up with, "It is!". I was stunned.
Of course on the next page it is explained how, at a meeting of all the kids at school who have problem parents, it was unanimously decided that it is NOT the fault of kids if "their parents behave like 5 year olds".
From that moment on my daughter has agreed with the book every time, and realises that our separation is not her fault.
This is SUCH a classic thing for kids to think, and I am so grateful that this book surfaced this idea in my daughter's mind (it was obviously already there) and then showed her in a very powerful way what the actual truth is.
I also recommend "It's not your fault, Koko Bear". When I bought these two books and read them to my daughter it made an immediate and profound difference to her, how she felt about handover times, etc.
Buy it!
Key example - first time I ever read this to my 4 year old daughter...
The two parents in the book are arguing and fighting all the time (all very humorously), and their two children, our main characters, wonder if it might all be their fault. As soon as that question was posed my daughter piped up with, "It is!". I was stunned.
Of course on the next page it is explained how, at a meeting of all the kids at school who have problem parents, it was unanimously decided that it is NOT the fault of kids if "their parents behave like 5 year olds".
From that moment on my daughter has agreed with the book every time, and realises that our separation is not her fault.
This is SUCH a classic thing for kids to think, and I am so grateful that this book surfaced this idea in my daughter's mind (it was obviously already there) and then showed her in a very powerful way what the actual truth is.
I also recommend "It's not your fault, Koko Bear". When I bought these two books and read them to my daughter it made an immediate and profound difference to her, how she felt about handover times, etc.
Buy it!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
My son is 4 and has suffered quietly after his dad left very suddenly. He thought that it was his fault and has been searching his soul and questioning each time he has not behaved perfectly. It has taken a lot to get him to talk about how he feels and this book helped. Another book that was excellent was 'It's not your fault, Koko bear' by Vicki Lansky
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Beware - read the reviews before you purchase. Contains Spoilers.
I have respect for Babette Cole and the publishers of this book, and it may be appropriate in some circumstances - but certainly not for all children of divorced parents. Read more
Published 12 months ago by n7misc
Not for young children
I purchased this book for my four year old daughter, something I would not have done, had I been able to flick through it beforehand. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Pia Noor
for alot of todays children
I am a childminder and wished to purchase books to help one of my children cope with their familys break-up, this book is honest and uses humour, the parents get quite ugly... Read more
Published 23 months ago by angeline
Two of Everything is really quite hard core
This book could be useful for some families who have suffered a very bitter and upsetting break up, however if your family hasn't suffered in this way don't buy it. Read more
Published on 10 Aug 2009 by Mr. David Chapman
Funny, witty and to the point
I wanted a book to help explain to my 5 year old daughter that she will have two homes and that mummy and daddy are separating. Read more
Published on 1 May 2007 by S. J. Willby
best book so far
For people not wanting an American "shrink's couch" perspective, this book is a good European alternative. Read more
Published on 29 Mar 1999
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