Difficult Topics for Kids: Foster Care and Adoption

Sometimes we have to learn about difficult things like foster care and adoption. This list of books can help us start the conversation.

Updated October 28, 2025
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Difficult Topics for Kids: Foster Care and Adoption

Sometimes we have to learn about difficult things like foster care and adoption. This list of books can help us start the conversation.

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Eyes that weave the world's wonders
Ho, Joanna
Paper Book
"Ho now creates a beautiful book about family: what makes individuals and what connects us to one another. This book is a perfect addition to any children's shelf, whether aimed at families, adoption, multicultural stories, or topics of love and ­acceptance." --School Library...
Just like a mama
Duncan, Alice Faye
Paper Book
Celebrate the heart connection between adopted children and the forever families who welcome them with kindness, care, and unconditional love in this powerful picture book from the author of Honey Baby Sugar Child. Carol Olivia Clementine lives with Mama Rose. Mama Rose is...
You are loved : a book about families
O'Hair, Margaret
Paper Book
From Down syndrome advocate and viral sensation Sofia Sanchez comes this beautiful and inclusive picture book about all the different ways to make a family. Families come in many different shapes and forms -- but they all teach you how to be strong and show you how loved you are. ...
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