Parents know that books are educational, but how do they make them fun for kids while building reading skills? Start with these three titles.
The Literal Child
In their "black and white" world, how do children handle the grays of adoption?
Helping Preteens Build a Life Story
As preteens strive to define themselves, they must work adoption into the story.
Ask AF: Adoption Assistance Program
What is an adoption assistance program?
Your Child’s Speech and Language Development
What you need to know to assess your child's speech and language skills, and how to get help if you suspect trouble.
Avoiding Overwhelm During the Holidays
Most parents look forward to sharing this time of the year with their children. But less is often more when it comes to holiday activities.
Ask AF: Inappropriate Affection
Our seven-year-old daughter was adopted about nine months ago and is adjusting well. We wonder how to respond when she shows inappropriate affection to family members or friends.
Ask AF: Parenting a Biracial Adoptee
I am having a hard time finding resources about transracial adoption in which the child is of mixed race.
“Our Family’s Unique Kwanzukkah Celebration”
The story of how one transracial family reinvented their holiday traditions.
Why Babies Need Books
Babies respond not only to the visual stimuli of books, but to the intimate act of storytelling.
All About Food: Nutrition 101
How can I make sure my child develops healthy eating habits?
“Three Little Words on My Adoption Day”
A decade of disappointing foster care placements made me doubt the two people who had taken me into their hearts.
“When My Son Decided to Take a Chance on Love”
How a close call gave my new son the courage to take a chance on love.
Adoption Through the Eyes of a Brother
One brother remembers all of the questions strangers and friends asked about his adopted sister from ages 5 to 15, and how he responded.
Family Night
Getting everyone together once a week can be invaluable for family unity.
Is College Possible?
It's not uncommon for a child to have different interests — and academic skills — than his achieving parents.
A Letter to Your Child’s Teacher
Even a teacher sensitive to adoption may benefit from having words to say.