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Jay Rathod

Reviewed on May 15, 2023

Loved it! 😍

Children are made aware of the fact that some parents must travel for work in order to support their families when Mom Travels for work.

Synopsis

WHEN MOM TRAVELS FOR WORK helps kids understand why parents sometimes need to leave their loved ones when they travel for work. The story explains why parents work, what they do while they are gone, and how important their children are to them even when they’re away.

The touching children's book "When Mom Travels for Work" by Kristopher Goeden portrays the life of a young boy whose mother travels regularly for business. The book is told from the boy's point of view, giving readers an interesting look at the difficulties kids encounter when a parent is abroad.


The youngster shares his sentiments of loss and loneliness as he watches his mother pack her bags for yet another work trip in the opening pages of the book. The story then follows the youngster as he goes about his daily activities while coping with his mother's absence and the associated emotions. The novel emphasises the difficulties kids encounter when a parent is gone, such as missing the parent's, via the boy's eyes.


The youngster excitedly anticipates his mother's return and the unique moments they will have together, but the book also emphasises the benefits of rejoining with a parent after a journey. The book also teaches readers important life lessons along the road, like the value of autonomy, resiliency, and the efficacy of love and communication.

The graphics in "When Mom Travels for Work" are interesting and go well with the story, reflecting the boy's feelings and experiences in a sensitive and sympathetic way. Children will find the book appealing because of the use of colours and textures.

In general, "When Mom Travels for Work" is a useful tool for families struggling to strike a balance between work and family life.


The book gives kids a good lesson, assisting them in understanding and adjusting to their parent's absence and appreciating the priceless teachings that come with it.Dads occasionally have to travel for work, but sometimes it's the mother. The remainder of the family must work together to complete chores while a mother is gone on business. Even while they might not all be enjoyable, it's crucial to be helpful, supporting, and kind.


When a parent is gone, you can still see and speak to them with just a few clicks thanks to technology. When circumstances force families apart, Facetime or Zoom calls reunite them.


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Jay Rathod

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Kristopher GoedenThank you so much! I greatly appreciate your time and interest into the book!
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