Helping Children Cope with Moving

Although young children are often more resilient than we give them credit for, moving cross country to a new, unfamiliar place is a big deal in their world. While you're going through the transition yourself, keep in mind that your kids are taking cues from you. If you appear excited about what's to come, yet relaxed about what you're leaving behind, they'll likely pick up on it. How you respond certainly makes an impact on how they'll respond. Like with many big changes in life (whether it be potty training, going to the dentist, or getting a new sibling) it can be helpful to read books to your children where the characters are dealing with some of the same issues your child is facing. This is a great way to help your child find solutions for handling their worries and anxieties. So, below we've compiled a list of books that may help young children cope with moving:

The Berenstain Bears' Moving Day by Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain

Alexander, Who's Not (Do you hear me? I mean it!) Going to Move by Judith Viorst

The Moving Book - A Kids Survival Guide By Gabriel Davis

Annabelle's Big Move by Carla Golembe

Who Will Be My Friends by Syd Hoff

Big Ernie's New Home: A Story for Young Children Who Are Moving by Teresa Martin and Whitney Martin

If you know of other books that were helpful for your child, let us know.