How I Was Adopted

Joanna Cole (Author) Maxie Chambliss (Illustrator)

Description

Sam has a joyful story to tell, one completely her own, yet common to millions of families -- the story of how she was adopted. Most of all, it's a story about love. And in the end, Sam's story comes full circle, inviting young readers to share stories of how they were adopted.

Product Details

Price

$7.99 $7.43

Publisher

HarperCollins

Publish Date

September 28, 1999

Pages

Dimensions

7.7 X 9.24 X 0.15 inches | 0.35 pounds

Language

English

Type

Paperback

EAN/UPC

9780688170554

BISAC Categories:

Family - Adoption

Social Themes - Emotions & Feelings

Family - Orphans & Foster Homes

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About the Author

Joanna Cole is the author of the popular Magic School Bus series, I'm a Big Brother, I'm a Big Sister, and many other award-winning books. In Asking About Sex & Growing Up, she provides a reassuring blend of practical guidance and scientific fact for the audience that needs it most.

Maxie Chambliss has illustrated several of Joanna Cole's books, including My Big Girl Potty, My Big Boy Potty, I'm a Big Sister, and I'm a Big Brother.

Reviews

"In an informative yet personal tone, Cole's picture book introduces the delicate issue of adoption to very young children. Honesty, realism and well-chosen biological facts supportCole's cast of characters, who, radiating self-confidence, celebrate the joy of becoming a family....Cole's cheerful, informative approach to adoption is at the heart of this picturebook."--" Publishers Weekly "(starred review)"Cole expertly navigates a middle course that provides children with some excellent, age-appropriate background on adoption."-- "Booklist

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