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Addressing the effects of rapidly escalating divorce rates on children, this 86-item annotated bibliography looks at using bibliotherapy individually, in designated groups, or for whole classes as a means of providing support and growth for preadolescents. Topics and specific problems addressed by the entries in the annotated bibliography include: loyalty, conflict, guilt, embarrassment, fear of abandonment, anger, denial, somatic symptoms, depression, school and peer upsets, dealing with stepparent, blended families, and spousal hostility. Materials in the annotated bibliography are divided into three main sections: books for preadolescents; self-help books for parents and materials aimed at increasing their understanding and support of their children; and readings for teachers and counselors to help them become more aware of the needs, difficulties, and possible approaches to help meet the concerns of preadolescents. (RS)