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THE BENCH

Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex

The special relationship between father and son. (Ages 3 to 7)

Ages 3+Source checked

Why this age? Simple poetic text and warm picture-book themes suit preschool read-alouds. Emotional moments and family separation are gentle and brief, with no frightening or mature content. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age3+

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  • No numeric ratings published yet.

Strongest positives

  • Good role models4/5
  • Kindness & empathy4/5
  • Diverse representation3/5

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What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience1/5
Why this rating?

Courage is reflected in the theme of being there for a child through life's changes.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Encourages imagination regarding family memories and experiences.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

Includes a variety of family representations.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Useful for early literacy and teaching about emotional connection.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Kindness, care, and empathy are central to the parent-child relationships depicted.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on the importance of unconditional love, support, and presence in family relationships.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Features nurturing, involved, and loving father figures.

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  1. Which character was the best role model, and what did they do that you admired?
  2. Which choice in THE BENCH would you have made differently, and why?
  3. Who changed the most in THE BENCH, and what caused that change?
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