Free resources from the library of Adoptive Families Classic Clip & Saves — tip sheets and quick guides designed for downloading, printing, and sharing. Check back often for new resources.
![]() Adoption Cost & Timing A special report with the latest data on average expenses and timelines. DOWNLOAD |
![]() 30 Ways to Celebrate A calendar of family activities for National Adoption Awareness Month—updated for 2015. DOWNLOAD |
![]() Is Foster Adoption Right for My Family? Get fast facts about the average cost and profile of children in care, as well as two personal perspectives. DOWNLOAD |
![]() Helping Classmates Understand A handout for parents and students at your child’s school. DOWNLOAD |
![]() Post-Adoption Paperwork How to obtain the last documents to finalize your international adoption. DOWNLOAD |
![]() Adoption at School 101 10 ways to promote adoption sensitivity and an inclusive environment at your child’s school. DOWNLOAD |
![]() 5 Ways to Talk About Racism Includes sample language and responses to hurtful comments. DOWNLOAD |
![]() Talking to Your 3- to 5-Year-Old Sample conversations to help parents answer questions from curious preschoolers. DOWNLOAD |
![]() Talking to Your 6- to 8-Year-Old How to help your child understand and love her unique identity. DOWNLOAD |
![]() Talking to Your 9- to 12-Year-Old How to help the adoption conversation mature with your preteen. DOWNLOAD |
![]() 6 Themes for the Adopted Adolescent Our free guide to understanding what your adopted teen may be thinking. DOWNLOAD |
![]() Do We Need a Therapist? How to decide if adoption-related therapy is necessary for your family. DOWNLOAD |
![]() Tackling Tricky Assignments Six possibly intrusive assignments, and how to handle them gracefully. DOWNLOAD |
![]() The Very Best Day: A Children’s Story A heartwarming tale to introduce your preschooler to her adoption story. DOWNLOAD |
![]() Adoption Law: At the Hospital Our free guide for navigating the hospital experience in a domestic adoption. DOWNLOAD |