Børn og unge: personlige og sociale emner: adoption

Fans of Miss Rumphius will adore this gorgeous picture book which introduces the kind, nature-loving Miss Maple, who celebrates the miracle in each seed.Miss Maple gathers lost seeds that haven't yet found a place to sprout. She takes them on field trips to explore places to grow. In her cozy maple tree house, she nurtures them; keeping them safe and warm until it's time for them to find roots of their own, and grow into the magnificent plants they're destined to become.Eliza Wheeler's luminous paintings feature gorgeous landscapes, lush foliage and charming details. Her tender story celebrates the potential found in each seed—since even the grandest tree and most brilliant flower had to grow from the smallest of seeds.Celebrate every season with Miss Maple, from Earth Day to graduations to harvest festivals.

A book appropriate for children and families connected by foster care.Recommended for ages 6 and up with ages 6-9 being read with an adult. Beautifully illustrated, this work provides an honest look and deeper understanding of how the foster care process works and the feelings that many children have about being removed from their families of origin, and being placed into foster care. There are brief references to real reasons why a family can't stay together such as a parent not being able to provide food and shelter, addiction, incarceration and being too young to parent a child.What is Foster Care? is written in simple terms it aims to inspire an honest conversation about the realities of how foster families are formed today. This book is authored by a licensed psychotherapist, who was also raised in foster care system and who's firsthand experience provides a special insight into the complex feelings for all involved. The book provides support to foster and adoptive parents, foster care and adoption social workers, as well as mental health workers. The story helps ease understanding of the foster care experience, and educates the reader about dealing with issues around grief and loss and the importance of belonging to a home called "family"."The most important thing to remember is that children can not be left alone. In fact, it is against the law to leave a child alone, uncared for or unprotected. Every child deserves and needs a safe home, a loving parent and a good education."You are worthy.You are loved.You are valuable.You are not alone.Written by Child Psychotherapist and Adoptee, Jeanette Yoffe, M.F.T.

This delightful sequel continues the journey of Lucy Maud Montgomery's Emily Starr as she navigates the challenges of growing up and pursues her literary dreams.Now a teenager, Emily leaves her home at New Moon Farm to attend Shrewsbury High School. Her determination to succeed is unwavering, even as she faces new obstacles and the scepticism of her conservative Aunt Elizabeth. Despite these challenges, Emily's passion for writing only grows stronger, and she continues to pour her heart into her stories, poems, and letters.During her time in Shrewsbury, Emily deepens her friendships with Ilse Burnley, Teddy Kent, and Perry Miller, while also encountering new people who influence her life in unexpected ways. She struggles with the constraints placed on her by society and her family but finds solace and freedom in her creative pursuits.Originally published in 1925, Emily Climbs beautifully captures the trials and triumphs of a young woman determined to follow her dreams, showcasing Lucy Maud Montgomery's signature blend of humour and warmth.

The third and final novel in Lucy Maud Montgomery's enchanting series about Emily Starr, a young woman with an unwavering dream of becoming a successful writer. Will Emily finally achieve all she desires?Having completed her education at Shrewsbury High School, Emily returns to New Moon Farm with renewed determination to establish herself as a writer. Despite numerous rejections and the struggles that come with chasing her dreams, Emily's passion for writing remains unshaken. Her journey is marked by moments of triumph and heartache, as she grapples with her aspirations and the realities of life.Emily's relationships with those around her continue to evolve, bringing both joy and challenges. Her deep connection to her home at New Moon and the people she loves provides her with the strength and inspiration she needs to persevere.Originally published in 1927, Emily's Quest is a poignant and inspiring tale of resilience, self-discovery, and the enduring power of creativity. Not one to be missed by fans of the Anne of Green Gables series.

Las peripecias de Ana de las Tejas Verdes, una saga clásica ahora revisada y actualizada en esta cuidada edición ilustrada. Uno de los personajes más entrañables de la literatura universal.  Parece que fue ayer cuando la soñadora Ana Shirley llegó a Avonlea para revolucionar la vida del pequeño pueblo. Hay cosas que no cambian, como la facilidad de Ana para meterse en líos o su amistad con Diana. Pero la indomable pelirroja se hace mayor y su mundo está a punto de cambiar con ella.ENGLISH DESCRIPTION One of the most loveable characters in world literature.   It seems like it was yesterday that dreamy Anne Shirley arrived in Avonlea to transform that small-town life. Some things never change, like Anne's ease to get into trouble or her friendship with Diana. But the indomitable redhead is getting older, and her world is about to change with her.

Daniel is preparing the gift of whistling for his new adoptive baby sister.

A bit of magic, a sprinkling of adventure, and a whole lot of heart collide in All the Impossible Things, Lindsay Lackey's extraordinary middle-grade novel about a young girl navigating the foster care system in search of where she belongs."Wise and wondrous, this is truly a novel to cherish." -Katherine Applegate, New York Times-bestselling author of WishtreeAn Indies Introduce SelectionRed's inexplicable power over the wind comes from her mother. Whenever Ruby "Red" Byrd is scared or angry, the wind picks up. And being placed in foster care, moving from family to family, tends to keep her skies stormy. Red knows she has to learn to control it, but can't figure out how. This time, the wind blows Red into the home of the Grooves, a quirky couple who run a petting zoo, complete with a dancing donkey and a giant tortoise. With their own curious gifts, Celine and Jackson Groove seem to fit like a puzzle piece into Red's heart. But just when Red starts to settle into her new life, a fresh storm rolls in, one she knows all too well: her mother. For so long, Red has longed to have her mom back in her life, and she's quickly swept up in the vortex of her mother's chaos. Now Red must discover the possible in the impossible if she wants to overcome her own tornadoes and find the family she needs.

"This book blew me away, completely. Gripping from page one, I-quite literally-couldn't put it down."-Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of The UnhoneymoonersGrowing up, Mallory Dodge learned that the best way to survive was to say nothing. And even though it's been four years since her nightmare ended, she's beginning to worry that the fear that holds her back will last a lifetime. Now, after years of homeschooling, Mallory must face a new milestone-spending her senior year at a public high school. But she never imagined she'd run into Rider Stark, the friend and protector she hasn't seen since childhood, on her very first day.It doesn't take long for Mallory to realize that the connection she shared with Rider never really faded. Yet soon it becomes apparent that she's not the only one grappling with lingering scars from the past. And as she watches Rider's life spiral out of control, Mallory must make a choice between staying silent and speaking out-for the people she loves, the life she wants and the truths that need to be heard.Praise for The Problem with Forever:"We're left breathless and a little haunted and wanting more."-Danielle Paige, New York Times bestselling author of Dorothy Must Die"Heartbreakingly real...a remarkable novel about the power of first love and the courage it takes to face your fears."-Kami Garcia, #1 New York Times bestselling authorAlso from #1 bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout:If There's No TomorrowThe Harbinger SeriesThe Dark Elements Series

Eighth grade never smelled so bad Rachel Lee didn't think anything could be worse than her parents splitting up. She was wrong. Working for her mom's new house-cleaning business puts Rachel in the dirty bathrooms of the most popular kids in the eighth grade. Which does not help her already loser-ish reputation. But her new job has surprising perks: enough dirt on the in-crowd to fill up her (until recently) boring diary. She never intended to reveal her secrets, but when the hottest guy in school pays her to spy on his girlfriend Rachel decides to get her hands dirty.

Since her parents' divorce, Dawn lives in Connecticut with her mother while her brother and father are in California, but after a week's vacation in sunny, healthy southern California, Dawn isn't sure she wants to return to the East Coast.

NOW A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIESWarning: Your day will become very dark?and possibly damp?if you read this book.Plan to spend this spring in hiding. Lemony Snicket is back with the eleventh book in his New York Times bestselling A Series of Unfortunate Events.Lemony Snicket's saga about the charming, intelligent and grossly unlucky Baudelaire orphans continues to provoke suspicion and despair in readers the world over. In the eleventh and most alarming volume yet in the bestselling phenomenon A Series of Unfortunate Events, the intrepid siblings delve further into the dark mystery surrounding the death of their parents and the baffling VFD organisation.

After leaving Uncle Chester's homestead claim, orphan Hattie Brooks throws a lasso around a new dream, even bigger than the Montana sky. She wants to be a reporter, knowing full well that a few pieces published in the Arlington News will not suffice. Real reporters must go to Grand Places, and do Grand Things, like Hattie's hero Nellie Bly. Another girl might be stymied by this, but Hattie has faced down a hungry wolf and stood up to a mob of angry men. Nothing can squash her desire to write for a big city newspaper. A letter and love token from Uncle Chester's old flame in San Francisco fuels that desire and Hattie jumps at the opportunity to get there by working as a seamstress for a traveling acting troupe. This could be her chance to solve the mystery of her "scoundrel" uncle and, in the process, help her learn more about herself. But Hattie must first tell Charlie that she will not join him in Seattle. Even though her heart approves of Charlie's plan for their marriage, her mind fears that saying yes to him would be saying no to herself. Hattie holds her own in the big city, literally pitching her way to a byline, and a career that could be even bigger than Nellie Bly's. But can making headlines compensate for the pain of betrayal and lost love? Hattie must dig deep to find her own true place in the world. Kirby Larson once again creates a lovingly written novel about the remarkable and resilient young orphan, Hattie Inez Brooks.

Newbery Honor winner Joan Bauer's new novel will touch your heart When twelve-year-old Sugar's grandfather dies and her gambling father takes off yet again, Sugar and her mother lose their home in Missouri. They head to Chicago for a fresh start, only to discover that fresh starts aren't so easy to come by for the homeless. Nevertheless, Sugar's mother has taught her to be grateful no matter what, so Sugar does her best. With the help of a rescue dog, Shush; a foster family; a supportive teacher; a love of poetry; and her own grace and good humor, Sugar comes to understand that while she can't control the hand life deals her, she can control how she responds.

In the tradition of Out of My Mind, Wonder, and Mockingbird, this is an intensely moving middle grade novel about being an outsider, coping with loss, and discovering the true meaning of family.Willow Chance is a twelve-year-old genius, obsessed with nature and diagnosing medical conditions, who finds it comforting to count by 7s. It has never been easy for her to connect with anyone other than her adoptive parents, but that hasnt kept her from leading a quietly happy life . . . until now.Suddenly Willows world is tragically changed when her parents both die in a car crash, leaving her alone in a baffling world. The triumph of this book is that it is not a tragedy. This extraordinarily odd, but extraordinarily endearing, girl manages to push through her grief. Her journey to find a fascinatingly diverse and fully believable surrogate family is a joy and a revelation to read.Holly Goldberg Sloan writes about belonging in a way Ive never quite seen in any other book. This is a gorgeous, funny, and heartwarming novel that Ill never forget.John Corey Whaley, author of Where Things Come Back"e;Willow Chance subtly drew me into her head and her life, so much so that I was holding my breath for her by the end. Holly Goldberg Sloan has created distinct characters who will stay with you long after you finish the book."e;Sharon Creech, Newbery Award-winning author of Walk Two Moons"e;In achingly beautiful prose, Holly Goldberg Sloan has written a delightful tale of transformation thats a celebration of life in all its wondrous, hilarious and confounding glory. Counting by 7s is a triumph."e;Maria Semple, author of Whered You Go, Bernadette

Gracias a Tí es un libro infantil conmovedor sobre el crecimiento de las familias a través de la adopción. Esta hermosa historia de amor familiar se cuenta con increíbles ilustraciones a todo color que incluso los lectores más jóvenes disfrutarán. Sigue leyendo porque puede que descubras que tú eres el protagonista de esta historia!Because of You is a heartwarming children's book about growing families through adoption. This beautiful family love story is told with amazing full color illustrations that even the youngest readers will enjoy. Keep reading because you might just discover you are the star of this story!

A tongue-in-cheek nod to new parents finding their footing with a new baby. Read aloud and giggle along with this new family as they navigate the challenges when Mom feels burnt out, baby feels weirded out and Dad feels left out. Nice to Meet You, Dad, is a thoughtfully illustrated children's book which makes a great gift for new and experienced parents alike.