Favorite Childrens’ Books

Chldren’s adoption books are a great warm up to lifebooks. It’s an easy way to become comfortable with the language, as you decide what to put into your child’s book. Here are some of my favorites.

A Mother For Choco by Keiko Kasza (ages 2-8) A little yellow bird is in search of his mother. Mrs. Bear doesn’t look like him, but she hugs, kisses, dances, and most importantly loves Choco.

How I Was Adopted by Joanna Cole (ages 4-8) A delightful, interactive story about how "Samantha" was born and adopted.

Your Very Own Adoption Story by Margie Mintz (ages 2-8) www.margiemintz.com  A beautiful personalized " storybook" which works well for either domestic or international (0-18 months) adoptees.

Contemplating Your BellyButton by Jun Nanao (ages 2-8). A wonderful "non adoption" adoption book.Tettchan, a young Japenese boy, discovers the story behind his bellybutton. This book helps children understand basics of where they come from.

When You Were Born in China by Sara Dorow (ages 6 and up) A photo-essay which captures the adoption process through the child’s eyes. It is realistic and sensitive. A must have book.

Zachary’s New Home by Geraldine Blomquist and Paul Blomquist (ages 4-10) Zachary, a little kitten, has to move to a foster home and then gets adopted. He gets angry over the process. Helpful for children in the foster care system.