How I Was Adopted

Joanna Cole

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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.

Book Details

Publisher: HarperCollins
Publish Date: Sep 28th, 1999
Pages: 48
Language: English
Edition: undefined - undefined
Dimensions: 9.24in - 7.70in - 0.15in - 0.35lb
EAN: 9780688170554
Recommended age: 04-08
Categories: • Family - Adoption• Social Themes - Emotions & Feelings• Family - Orphans & Foster Homes

About the Author

Cole, Joanna: -

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.

Chambliss, Maxie: - 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.

Praise for this book

"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