Where Is My Mommy?

Overview

Intended for children who seldom or never see their parents, Where Is My Mommy? gently explores the theme of parental abandonment. Written by a mother and son who both have ample social work and counseling experience, it portrays the agony and confusion of a little boy whose mother has disappeared as well as his father’s recognition that the boy’s actions demonstrate his fear and sorrow. This invaluable resource will help adults recognize and address the fear of abandonment when they respond to children’s question and behavior.

Author Biography

Mary Kilgore, MSW, is a retired psychotherapist and social worker. She lives in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Mitchell Kilgore, MSW, is a school social worker. He lives in the Rochester, New York area. Cary Pillo is the illustrator of Time-In. Her work has also appeared in PEP Talk, a quarterly for parent educators. She lives in Seattle.