Showing posts with label children's book. Show all posts
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Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Thursday, June 17, 2010
A Mom After God's Own Heart review
Red In The Flower Bed: Book Review
The journey of adoption is beautifully depicted with the comforting imagery of a poppy flower who is welcomed into a garden family. It is a charming story of "seeds" being planted in the perfect place - exactly where they belong. Children and adults will enjoy this simple yet meaningful story and homespun illustrations. The book's loving approach helps children to understand adoption. Andrea Nepa has captured the essence of adoption and family, and has illustrated it beautifully with images and poetry that even a small child can comprehend and enjoy.
Andrea Nepa is the mother of an adopted Vietnamese daughter named Leah. In 2001, Adoptions from the Heart assisted with the international adoption. Andrea dedicated her book to her daughter: "For my dear Leah, whose journey in her young life has already taken her to far away and unexpected places." In 2006, Leah was diagnosed with cancer. She is currently in remission. Andrea lives with Leah and her husband, David, in Haddonfield, New Jersey. She is a registered dietitian for the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Email Andrea at: andreanepa@tribute-books.com
Visit Andrea's web site at: www.redintheflowerbed.com
My Review:
The first thing that caught my attention about Red In The Flower Bed: An Illustrated Children's Book About International Adoption was just how beautifully it is illustrated! I love the use of fabric and other mediums, along with the technique of collage and all the bright colors. This reminded me of Eric Carle's work a lot. This book is a very quick read and children of all ages will enjoy it immensely. The message that love can grow anywhere, regardless of us all being different is a powerful one, and such an important message to teach to children. As an adopted child myself, I was very impressed with this book, and it is by far one of the best I have seen, in recent years, to explain the concept of adoption to children. I highly recommend this book and give it a huge thumbs up!
BUY IT: You can purchase Red In The Flower Bed: An Illustrated Children's Book About International Adoption online, directly from Tribute Books.
WIN IT: One (1) Reader will win a Ebook copy of this book
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***Thank you to Tribute Books and Mom Relations providing me with a complimentary copy of this book for the purpose of review on this blog***
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Wee Share reviews "Red in the Flower Bed"
Wee Share
May 28, 2010
Review & Giveaway: Red in the Flower Bed Children's eBook
by Desi
Raileigh and I love to read together. She has quite an extensive collection of books. Some have been passed down from Darren and I, and some we have purchased just for her. There is something so amazing about curling up with my daughter and reading. She listens closely, sometimes chiming in to share something that she sees in the illustrations. I ask her questions as we go and she excitedly answers them. It is so rewarding to see her learning as we read together.
Until recently, I had not really experienced an eBook. In fact, I was not all that excited to try one. Maybe I am old fashioned, but I love the feel of the pages between my fingers as I read through the book. I like that I can take a book anywhere and get lost in it's pages. I also like the look of bookcases filled to the brim with books to read.
However, when Nicole at Tribute books contacted me about reviewing some of their children's books in eBook form, I decided to give it a try. Raileigh was napping, so I browsed through the books myself. I enjoyed sitting at the computer, taking in the short, but very delightful children's titles that Nicole had sent over.
When Raileigh awoke, I decided to try out one of the stories with her- Red in the Flower Bed. I let her sit in the computer chair, which she was very excited about. She tries to often, but I usually make her get down (she likes to delete emails). I told Raileigh that we were going to read a book on the computer. Slowly, I scrolled through the pages of the story and read her the delightful, rhyming text. She pointed out things she recognized in the illustrations as we read.
It was a very different experience than reading an actual book, but we both really enjoyed it. One thing that I really like is that there are no pages that can be ripped or torn. We are trying to teach Raileigh how to care for books, and usually, she does a good job. There are times, though, when she can be a little rough. The great thing about an eBook is that is in that new, pristine condition every time you read it.
I also like that it changes things up a bit for Raileigh. It is always good to have new experiences and do things a little differently, and reading is no exception. I think as we continue to read eBooks, I am going to start teaching her how to use the mouse to scroll. I know she is going to enjoy that!
eBooks are also considerably cheaper than an actual book. I am sure you can see why! Plus, eBooks don't take up all the room in your house that a normal book does. I know we are getting to the point where we need to pass on some old books before acquiring any new ones. So, I really can appreciate the lack of space that an eBook takes up!
Now that I have told you all about our overall experience with eBooks, let me tell you a little about the actual story we read. Red in the Flower Bed is written and illustrated by Andrea Nepa. This delightful story tells the story the story of interracial adoption through the use of imagery.
Synopsis (as taken from the Tribute Books website)
The journey of adoption is beautifully depicted with the comforting imagery of a poppy flower who is welcomed into a garden family. It is a charming story of "seeds" being planted in the perfect place - exactly where they belong. Children and adults will enjoy this simple yet meaningful story and homespun illustrations. The book's loving approach helps children to understand adoption. Andrea Nepa has captured the essence of adoption and family, and has illustrated it beautifully with images and poetry that even a small child can comprehend and enjoy.
My Thoughts
Initially, I was drawn to the beautiful illustrations. They were simple, yet vivid and breathtaking. I love how easily the text flows, as the rhyming words tell the story. Raileigh, I know, did not understand the imagery the story represented. However, the imagery in relation to interracial adoptions was very well done. For a child who is yet too young to understand, it still tells a lovely story of a seed who is wandering around looking for a place to grow.
The story also touches on the changing of seasons as the seed experiences rain, snow, and falling leaves. The illustrations show this perfectly. The story shows the seed traveling on each page until it finds a home. Raileigh thought the poppy seed was a ball, so this gave me the opportunity to share with her about seeds.
The story is written on a level that children can understand. It is the perfect way to teach kids about what adoption is and how beautiful families of all kinds are. I also think it would be wonderful to share with a child who has been adopted. To make them feel like a beautiful flower would surely make the child feel special!
I am so excited to tell you that Nicole at Tribute Books is doing a giveaway here at Wee Share! One lucky reader will receive a copy of the eBook Red in the Flower Bed.
Mandatory Entry (Must be done before any extra entries will qualify)
Please visit Tribute Books. Leave a comment on this post telling us a book that you would love to read from them.
Extra Entries (Please leave a separate comment for each entry)
Giveaway is open to worldwide residents. Giveaway will close June 11, 2010 at 11:59 pm EST.
May 28, 2010
Review & Giveaway: Red in the Flower Bed Children's eBook
by Desi
Raileigh and I love to read together. She has quite an extensive collection of books. Some have been passed down from Darren and I, and some we have purchased just for her. There is something so amazing about curling up with my daughter and reading. She listens closely, sometimes chiming in to share something that she sees in the illustrations. I ask her questions as we go and she excitedly answers them. It is so rewarding to see her learning as we read together.
Until recently, I had not really experienced an eBook. In fact, I was not all that excited to try one. Maybe I am old fashioned, but I love the feel of the pages between my fingers as I read through the book. I like that I can take a book anywhere and get lost in it's pages. I also like the look of bookcases filled to the brim with books to read.
However, when Nicole at Tribute books contacted me about reviewing some of their children's books in eBook form, I decided to give it a try. Raileigh was napping, so I browsed through the books myself. I enjoyed sitting at the computer, taking in the short, but very delightful children's titles that Nicole had sent over.
When Raileigh awoke, I decided to try out one of the stories with her- Red in the Flower Bed. I let her sit in the computer chair, which she was very excited about. She tries to often, but I usually make her get down (she likes to delete emails). I told Raileigh that we were going to read a book on the computer. Slowly, I scrolled through the pages of the story and read her the delightful, rhyming text. She pointed out things she recognized in the illustrations as we read.
It was a very different experience than reading an actual book, but we both really enjoyed it. One thing that I really like is that there are no pages that can be ripped or torn. We are trying to teach Raileigh how to care for books, and usually, she does a good job. There are times, though, when she can be a little rough. The great thing about an eBook is that is in that new, pristine condition every time you read it.
I also like that it changes things up a bit for Raileigh. It is always good to have new experiences and do things a little differently, and reading is no exception. I think as we continue to read eBooks, I am going to start teaching her how to use the mouse to scroll. I know she is going to enjoy that!
eBooks are also considerably cheaper than an actual book. I am sure you can see why! Plus, eBooks don't take up all the room in your house that a normal book does. I know we are getting to the point where we need to pass on some old books before acquiring any new ones. So, I really can appreciate the lack of space that an eBook takes up!
Now that I have told you all about our overall experience with eBooks, let me tell you a little about the actual story we read. Red in the Flower Bed is written and illustrated by Andrea Nepa. This delightful story tells the story the story of interracial adoption through the use of imagery.
Synopsis (as taken from the Tribute Books website)
The journey of adoption is beautifully depicted with the comforting imagery of a poppy flower who is welcomed into a garden family. It is a charming story of "seeds" being planted in the perfect place - exactly where they belong. Children and adults will enjoy this simple yet meaningful story and homespun illustrations. The book's loving approach helps children to understand adoption. Andrea Nepa has captured the essence of adoption and family, and has illustrated it beautifully with images and poetry that even a small child can comprehend and enjoy.
My Thoughts
Initially, I was drawn to the beautiful illustrations. They were simple, yet vivid and breathtaking. I love how easily the text flows, as the rhyming words tell the story. Raileigh, I know, did not understand the imagery the story represented. However, the imagery in relation to interracial adoptions was very well done. For a child who is yet too young to understand, it still tells a lovely story of a seed who is wandering around looking for a place to grow.
The story also touches on the changing of seasons as the seed experiences rain, snow, and falling leaves. The illustrations show this perfectly. The story shows the seed traveling on each page until it finds a home. Raileigh thought the poppy seed was a ball, so this gave me the opportunity to share with her about seeds.
The story is written on a level that children can understand. It is the perfect way to teach kids about what adoption is and how beautiful families of all kinds are. I also think it would be wonderful to share with a child who has been adopted. To make them feel like a beautiful flower would surely make the child feel special!
I am so excited to tell you that Nicole at Tribute Books is doing a giveaway here at Wee Share! One lucky reader will receive a copy of the eBook Red in the Flower Bed.
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Giveaway is open to worldwide residents. Giveaway will close June 11, 2010 at 11:59 pm EST.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Marvelous Mom Reviews - "Red in the Flower Bed: An Illustrated Children's Book about Interracial Adoption"
Marvelous Mom Reviews,
March 22, 2010
Review - Red in the Flower Bed
by Mimi B.
To be honest, I don't believe I've ever read a book on adoption. We don't know anyone with adopted kids and I guess it's never crossed my mind to read this type of book. Now, on the other hand, I know there are so many families out there looking for great books to share about adoption with their child or a family they know.
I'd love to share with you a book that pertains to this very idea. Red in the Flower Bed by Andrea Nepa is a great way to demonstrate how adoption occurs. A baby (or a seed) is born from one mommy and is blessed by living with a new mommy and daddy as well as other family members.
The reader follows a seed as it journeys from it's mommy, who is a Poppy, to a new garden full of other flowers. The little seed doesn't just appear in the new garden, it takes time and this colorful and joyful travels of this sweet seed is inspiring!
When the little seed makes it to the garden where she will grow, she is fully welcomed by all the different flowers surrounding it. The poppy seed blooms into a beautiful poppy in a garden filled with sweet peas, snapdragons and other flowers.
If you know someone who has adopted or is adopting, Red in the Flower Bed would be a wonderful book to have as they share the story of where their precious child came from!
March 22, 2010
Review - Red in the Flower Bedby Mimi B.
To be honest, I don't believe I've ever read a book on adoption. We don't know anyone with adopted kids and I guess it's never crossed my mind to read this type of book. Now, on the other hand, I know there are so many families out there looking for great books to share about adoption with their child or a family they know.
I'd love to share with you a book that pertains to this very idea. Red in the Flower Bed by Andrea Nepa is a great way to demonstrate how adoption occurs. A baby (or a seed) is born from one mommy and is blessed by living with a new mommy and daddy as well as other family members.
The reader follows a seed as it journeys from it's mommy, who is a Poppy, to a new garden full of other flowers. The little seed doesn't just appear in the new garden, it takes time and this colorful and joyful travels of this sweet seed is inspiring!
When the little seed makes it to the garden where she will grow, she is fully welcomed by all the different flowers surrounding it. The poppy seed blooms into a beautiful poppy in a garden filled with sweet peas, snapdragons and other flowers.
If you know someone who has adopted or is adopting, Red in the Flower Bed would be a wonderful book to have as they share the story of where their precious child came from!
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
SMS Book Reviews
SMS Book Reviews,
February 2, 2010
Book Review - Red in the Flower Bed
by Callista
First of all I'd say this book is perfect for ages 3-8. The younger children may not understand what interracial adoption means but they'd still enjoy the story. The way the story relates to interracial adoption is not obvious. What I mean is that if you weren't told of the connection, you wouldn't figure it out. This book could easily be used as an explanation of how a seed grows into a flower and nothing more.
The pictures seem to be done by putting together pieces of fabric cut into certain shapes. Many different prints are used and they all work well together. The pictures make up the background and the text is printed on top.
The text is in rhyme which makes it flow better. I think it's a really cute book.
February 2, 2010
Book Review - Red in the Flower Bedby Callista
First of all I'd say this book is perfect for ages 3-8. The younger children may not understand what interracial adoption means but they'd still enjoy the story. The way the story relates to interracial adoption is not obvious. What I mean is that if you weren't told of the connection, you wouldn't figure it out. This book could easily be used as an explanation of how a seed grows into a flower and nothing more.
The pictures seem to be done by putting together pieces of fabric cut into certain shapes. Many different prints are used and they all work well together. The pictures make up the background and the text is printed on top.
The text is in rhyme which makes it flow better. I think it's a really cute book.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Mommy PR reviews "Red in the Flower Bed"
Mommy PR,
November 29, 2009
Red in the Flower Bed: Children's Book Review
by Dawn Speese
Taking on a subject that is near and dear to my heart Red in the Flower Bed, by Andrea Nepa is an adorable children’s book about interracial adoption.
The story follows a seed’s journey from her original home to her final destination with her new garden family where, although different, she is a perfect fit. The book is beautifully written in a simple and touching way.
I read the story to my 6 year old daughter who has been home with us for two years and she also loved it. I was not sure how she would react since she always gets emotional if she feels like someone is losing something or being left out. She did not relate the book to herself, but was very happy for the flower seed who safely settled into her new home, and since she loves flowers she enjoyed the illustrations as well. When we finished the story I was able to use it to open discussion with my daughter about how even though the seed did not start out with this flower family, she was very well loved and completed the family just like she herself completes our family.
About the author: Andrea Nepa is the author of Red in the Flower Bed: An Illustrated Children’s Story about Interracial Adoption. She is the mother of an daughter adopted from Vietnam in 2001. In 2008 Andera wrote and dedicated this book to her daughter Leah.
My thoughts: This is a fantastic book to add to your child’s book collection and a wonderful gift for any family that has been touched by adoption. I am always on the lookout for ways to encourage open discussions with my daughter and this book is a perfect tool for helping with that!
November 29, 2009
Red in the Flower Bed: Children's Book Reviewby Dawn Speese
Taking on a subject that is near and dear to my heart Red in the Flower Bed, by Andrea Nepa is an adorable children’s book about interracial adoption.
The story follows a seed’s journey from her original home to her final destination with her new garden family where, although different, she is a perfect fit. The book is beautifully written in a simple and touching way.
I read the story to my 6 year old daughter who has been home with us for two years and she also loved it. I was not sure how she would react since she always gets emotional if she feels like someone is losing something or being left out. She did not relate the book to herself, but was very happy for the flower seed who safely settled into her new home, and since she loves flowers she enjoyed the illustrations as well. When we finished the story I was able to use it to open discussion with my daughter about how even though the seed did not start out with this flower family, she was very well loved and completed the family just like she herself completes our family.
About the author: Andrea Nepa is the author of Red in the Flower Bed: An Illustrated Children’s Story about Interracial Adoption. She is the mother of an daughter adopted from Vietnam in 2001. In 2008 Andera wrote and dedicated this book to her daughter Leah.
My thoughts: This is a fantastic book to add to your child’s book collection and a wonderful gift for any family that has been touched by adoption. I am always on the lookout for ways to encourage open discussions with my daughter and this book is a perfect tool for helping with that!
Money Saving Moms Club names "Red in the Flower Bed" to 2009 Holiday Gift Guide
Money Saving Moms Club,
November 28, 2009
2009 Holiday Gift Guide
by Kristin
Red in the Flower Bed: An Illustrated Children's Story about Interracial Adoption
The journey of adoption is beautifully depicted with the comforting imagery of a poppy flower who is welcomed into a garden family. It is a charming story of "seeds" being planted in the perfect place - exactly where they belong. Children and adults will enjoy this simple yet meaningful story and homespun illustrations. The book's loving approach helps children to understand adoption. Andrea Nepa has captured the essence of adoption and family, and has illustrated it beautifully with images and poetry that even a small child can comprehend and enjoy.
November 28, 2009
2009 Holiday Gift Guideby Kristin
Red in the Flower Bed: An Illustrated Children's Story about Interracial Adoption
The journey of adoption is beautifully depicted with the comforting imagery of a poppy flower who is welcomed into a garden family. It is a charming story of "seeds" being planted in the perfect place - exactly where they belong. Children and adults will enjoy this simple yet meaningful story and homespun illustrations. The book's loving approach helps children to understand adoption. Andrea Nepa has captured the essence of adoption and family, and has illustrated it beautifully with images and poetry that even a small child can comprehend and enjoy.
Friday, November 27, 2009
Book Dragon Lair review
Book Dragon's Lair,
November 24, 2009
Three New Review Books
by Gina
Red in the Flower Bed
An Illustrated Children's Story about Interracial Adoption
The journey of adoption is beautifully depicted with the comforting imagery of a poppy flower who is welcomed into a garden family. It is a charming story of "seeds" being planted in the perfect place - exactly where they belong. Children and adults will enjoy this simple yet meaningful story and homespun illustrations. The book's loving approach helps children to understand adoption. Andrea Nepa has captured the essence of adoption and family, and has illustrated it beautifully with images and poetry that even a small child can comprehend and enjoy.
November 24, 2009
Three New Review Booksby Gina
Red in the Flower Bed
An Illustrated Children's Story about Interracial Adoption
The journey of adoption is beautifully depicted with the comforting imagery of a poppy flower who is welcomed into a garden family. It is a charming story of "seeds" being planted in the perfect place - exactly where they belong. Children and adults will enjoy this simple yet meaningful story and homespun illustrations. The book's loving approach helps children to understand adoption. Andrea Nepa has captured the essence of adoption and family, and has illustrated it beautifully with images and poetry that even a small child can comprehend and enjoy.
Monday, November 23, 2009
3 Peas in a Pod interview
3 Peas in a Pod,
November 21, 2009
Red in the Flower Bed: An Illustrated Children's Story about Interracial Adoption
by Alyson LaBarge
To go along with National Adoption Month, I have come across a wonderful book, written by an adoptive mom. Her name is Andrea Nepa and she is the author of Red in the Flower Bed: An Illustrated Children’s Story about Interracial Adoption.
The journey of adoption is beautifully depicted with the comforting imagery of a poppy flower who is welcomed into a garden family. It is a charming story of seeds being planted in the perfect place – exactly where they belong. Children and adults will enjoy this simple yet meaningful story and homespun illustrations. The book’s loving approach helps children to understand adoption.
I read it and loved it immediately. As the Mama to a foreign-born child myself, and one who knew the moment my daughter was placed in my arms that my family was complete, this story resonated especially true. I have shared it with my daughter who, although she is only three, loved the bright cheery colors and tender message of the book. Andrea, the author of the book, was kind enough to allow me to interview her.
What inspired you to write this story? How did you come to choose adoption?
Thanks for the interview. I was inspired to write this story when my daughter Leah was a toddler, because she asked questions about her adoption that we didn’t know the answer to (we were not given any info. about her biological parents), and because she sometimes would cry that she missed her birth mother. Although she really didn’t know her birth mother (she was given up the day she was born), I took this to mean that she felt abandoned by someone very close to her. It must be upsetting and confusing for a child to know this. I wanted Leah to know that she was very much wanted and loved by us, but that we would never ask her to forget her roots. The story took on more significance when she was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 5. Since my husband and I are both health professionals, and live 20 minutes from the best children’s hospital in the country (and probably the world), it seemed that she was meant to be with us. In fact, I work at that hospital and that is where Leah was cured (actually she has been in “remission” for 2 1/2 years).
Did you choose to not use the word “adoption” in the story on purpose?
I deliberately did not use the word adoption in the story so that the reader can interpret the book in their own way at their own pace according to their age level.
When you decided to adopt your daughter internationally did you feel that there would be challenges unique to becoming parents of a child with a different cultural background?
As far as adopting a child of a different cultural background, our adoption agency encourages all international adopters to learn about their child’s culture of birth.
How have you chosen to help her have pride in her birth heritage?
We were in Vietnam for 2 weeks when we adopted her, and participate in Asian New Year events, etc. and take Leah to Vietnamese restaurants (along with other ethnic restaurants, too). We enjoy learning about Vietnamese culture, too, which makes these experiences positive. Leah is proud to call herself Vietnamese, but I do remind her that she is also American, so that she feels that she belongs here too.
As your daughter grows older, have you found any unique challenges from being a multi-cultural family?
So far we have not encountered much prejudice, and there are a lot of Asian adoptees in our neighborhood and school system. Leah doesn’t seem bothered by the fact that she doesn’t look like us, but this might change when she is older. She does seem a little jealous, though, that I look like my twin sister!
Those who choose to adopt internationally go through many of the same requirements and experiences as do those who adopt domestically and I found Red in the Flower Bed to be very applicable to my oldest daughter who we adopted here in Texas as well.
We read the book together and she could really seem to relate to the thought process of how she needed to come be a part of our family, just like the seed. It was a great jumping off point for some conversation about her birth mom and how we could not be a family with out her.
There are many children’s books relating to adoption that can help families talk about their feelings and begin conversation that just come as part of the territory when you become a parent of adopted children.
November 21, 2009
Red in the Flower Bed: An Illustrated Children's Story about Interracial Adoptionby Alyson LaBarge
To go along with National Adoption Month, I have come across a wonderful book, written by an adoptive mom. Her name is Andrea Nepa and she is the author of Red in the Flower Bed: An Illustrated Children’s Story about Interracial Adoption.
The journey of adoption is beautifully depicted with the comforting imagery of a poppy flower who is welcomed into a garden family. It is a charming story of seeds being planted in the perfect place – exactly where they belong. Children and adults will enjoy this simple yet meaningful story and homespun illustrations. The book’s loving approach helps children to understand adoption.
I read it and loved it immediately. As the Mama to a foreign-born child myself, and one who knew the moment my daughter was placed in my arms that my family was complete, this story resonated especially true. I have shared it with my daughter who, although she is only three, loved the bright cheery colors and tender message of the book. Andrea, the author of the book, was kind enough to allow me to interview her.
What inspired you to write this story? How did you come to choose adoption?
Thanks for the interview. I was inspired to write this story when my daughter Leah was a toddler, because she asked questions about her adoption that we didn’t know the answer to (we were not given any info. about her biological parents), and because she sometimes would cry that she missed her birth mother. Although she really didn’t know her birth mother (she was given up the day she was born), I took this to mean that she felt abandoned by someone very close to her. It must be upsetting and confusing for a child to know this. I wanted Leah to know that she was very much wanted and loved by us, but that we would never ask her to forget her roots. The story took on more significance when she was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 5. Since my husband and I are both health professionals, and live 20 minutes from the best children’s hospital in the country (and probably the world), it seemed that she was meant to be with us. In fact, I work at that hospital and that is where Leah was cured (actually she has been in “remission” for 2 1/2 years).
Did you choose to not use the word “adoption” in the story on purpose?
I deliberately did not use the word adoption in the story so that the reader can interpret the book in their own way at their own pace according to their age level.
When you decided to adopt your daughter internationally did you feel that there would be challenges unique to becoming parents of a child with a different cultural background?
As far as adopting a child of a different cultural background, our adoption agency encourages all international adopters to learn about their child’s culture of birth.
How have you chosen to help her have pride in her birth heritage?
We were in Vietnam for 2 weeks when we adopted her, and participate in Asian New Year events, etc. and take Leah to Vietnamese restaurants (along with other ethnic restaurants, too). We enjoy learning about Vietnamese culture, too, which makes these experiences positive. Leah is proud to call herself Vietnamese, but I do remind her that she is also American, so that she feels that she belongs here too.
As your daughter grows older, have you found any unique challenges from being a multi-cultural family?
So far we have not encountered much prejudice, and there are a lot of Asian adoptees in our neighborhood and school system. Leah doesn’t seem bothered by the fact that she doesn’t look like us, but this might change when she is older. She does seem a little jealous, though, that I look like my twin sister!
Those who choose to adopt internationally go through many of the same requirements and experiences as do those who adopt domestically and I found Red in the Flower Bed to be very applicable to my oldest daughter who we adopted here in Texas as well.
We read the book together and she could really seem to relate to the thought process of how she needed to come be a part of our family, just like the seed. It was a great jumping off point for some conversation about her birth mom and how we could not be a family with out her.
There are many children’s books relating to adoption that can help families talk about their feelings and begin conversation that just come as part of the territory when you become a parent of adopted children.
Friday, November 13, 2009
Turning Pages review
Page Turners,
November 6, 2009
Red in the Flower Bed
by Amber Clark
Great story, to discuss adoption (interracial adoptions), I loved the illustrations. There really isn't much I can say about this book, that hasn't already been said in the synopsis. I was excited about reading this book, my mom was adopted and we have family members who have recently adopted. I will definitely, tell them about this book.
The poppy seed has to leave its home; it is carried by the wind. The poppy seed finally lands in a garden. It blooms into a beautiful red poppy. The color red was missing from the garden, so adding a red flower made the garden a rainbow of colors.
November 6, 2009
Red in the Flower Bedby Amber Clark
Great story, to discuss adoption (interracial adoptions), I loved the illustrations. There really isn't much I can say about this book, that hasn't already been said in the synopsis. I was excited about reading this book, my mom was adopted and we have family members who have recently adopted. I will definitely, tell them about this book.
The poppy seed has to leave its home; it is carried by the wind. The poppy seed finally lands in a garden. It blooms into a beautiful red poppy. The color red was missing from the garden, so adding a red flower made the garden a rainbow of colors.
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