Rosie's Family: An Adoption Story [Paperback]

Lori Rosove (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up

Rosie's Family is a story about belonging in a family regardless of differences. Rosie is a beagle who was adopted by schnauzers. She feels different from the rest of her family and sets forth many questions that children who were adopted may have.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This book is a wonderful tool for adoptive parents and an excellent introduction to adoption for the community at large." -- B. Rolston, B.Sc., Cer. Ed., Treasurer, Adoption Council of Canada, May 2001

"This wonderful resource addressed the complexities of adoption in a story that reflects the diversity of today's families." --Dr. Marna Zinatelli, Psychologict, May 2001

About the Author

Lori Rosove is a social worker and has a private adoption practice in Ottawa, Canada. She has been working with families for more than ten years to help facilitate their adoption plans.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Asia Pr; 1 edition (July 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0968835406
• ISBN-13: 978-0968835401
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 7.6 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #51,661 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #12 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Ages 4-8 > Picture Books
  • #22 in Books > Children's Books > Social Situations > Adoption

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

39 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Rosie's Family; An Adoption Story, May 24, 2002

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Rosie's Family: An Adoption Story (Paperback)

I really like this book because it encouraged me to ask my parents questions about my adoption. I had some of the same worries that Rosie had, which made me realize that a lot of kids probably do too. I love the drawings and that the characters are dogs!

30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Rosie's Family: An Adoption Story, June 3, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Rosie's Family: An Adoption Story (Paperback)

I am so happy this book was written! I have a 5 year old daughter and I was having a hard time finding a book about adoption which she could relate to. My daughter loved the book and colourful drawings of the animals. The text was easy for my daughter to understand. After reading the book my daughter and I had an open discussion about adoption and the "notes for parents" at the end of the book helped me tremendously. My daughter now has a better understanding about adoption and feels comfortable talking about it. This book should be part of every childs library!

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars cute book, great message, September 11, 2005

By 

Laura C. Walters (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rosie's Family: An Adoption Story (Paperback)

This is a really cute way to introduce adoption to a child or other family members. It touches on a lot of issues that will probably come up, including looking different from your parents, being sad, dealing with other people's comments and how to talk about a birthmother. Since it is done from the point of view of a puppy it is kid friendly and is easy to read.