“How to Be a Stepchild”

This is a great article for anyone facing the challenge of becoming part of a stepfamily. Get advice on what being a stepchild means and how one goes about becoming a stepchild. (P, T)

Bonus Teens

On the same site you can find a “Bonus Kids” page, too. This is a great resource for kids and teens who have been through the process of gaining a “bonus family” (a more positive sounding term for “stepfamily”). There are lots of articles to read and questions answered about different issues involving bonus families. (T)

Stepfamilies

From PBS Kids, these articles deal with various aspects of becoming part of a stepfamily. From new rules to new siblings, you can get advice on lots of commonly asked questions and worries. (T)

Stepfamily Association of America

This site has fact sheets, FAQs, and research on stepfamilies. A good resource for finding out more about how stepfamilies work and why some common myths aren’t true. (P, T)

Help! A Girl’s Guide to Divorce and Stepfamilies by Nancy Holyoke and Scott Nash

This book for girls in grades 4-8 includes letters written to American Girl magazine, quizzes, and outside resources. Learn about what it’s like to go through a parent’s divorce or remarriage through the eyes of other girls. (T)

Stepfamily Association of America
1-800-735-0329

SAA is a national non-profit organization dedicated to providing support and guidance to families with children from previous relationships…stepfamilies. They provide support group information, resources, and aim to have all stepfamilies in America be accepted, supported, and successful.

Stepliving for Teens: Getting Along With Stepparents, Parents, and Siblings by Joel D. Block and Susan S. Bartell

A great book for teens dealing with adjusting to a stepfamily situation. You can read about what other teens have gone through and their specific situations. There is also info. on making good decisions when you’re dealing with your new stepfamily. (T)