Rainbows is a support curriculum for children who live in single-parent families or stepfamilies.
The dramatic impact of divorce or death greatly effects each family member. The parents, who are wrapped up in their own pain, usually are unable to reach out and help their children who are hurting as well. It has been found that children grieve as much as their parents, but because of their age, they are the silent mourners and have a much harder time expressing their hurt feelings. A school, church, synagogue or agency can help provide the emotional stability that the children need to verbalize their feelings. This setting can provide the guidance and nurturing ofd caring adults, peer support, and a secure place to grieve so healing and acceptance may take place.