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Books for all members of the adoption community include books for present and future parents, children and teens, and families.
There are many different types of books about adoption, for every interest. Here's a brief overview to help you make the best selection for your needs.
Reviews of books of interest to adoptive, birth, foster, and step families.
Anthologies are collections of literary works about a specific topic - in this case, adoption. The best anthologies depend on the editor's ability to select works that are both relevant and diverse, giving the reader many viewpoints.
In addition to books about parenting, our adoptive families rely on information that deals with the circumstances of our children's adoptions. These can include their histories before they joined our families, effects of separation and loss, adjustments,
Teens and young adults can learn much about themselves, others who share their connection to adoption, and the dynamics of family life from stories about families like - and unlike - their own. Encourage your younger family members to read.
Many of our children have difficult histories; some are full of questions; some want to ask but can't verbalize the questions; some are afraid to ask, and in some instances parents aren't certain how to start talking about adoption. These books can help.
Books targeted to those approaching adoption of children of all ages, dealing with the decision-making process, policies, and issues for both domestic and international adoptions.
International adoption involves procedures unique to each country as well as compliance with U.S. and state laws. Whether you have a specific country in mind or not, there are books to guide you along the way.
An eclectic selection of books for all the present and future dads in our families, whether for yourself or a gift to a father or father-to-be in your life.
Adoptive parents tell us what books their children like the best about adoption and adoptive family life. Listed alphabetically.
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