Surrounded by Love: An Open Adoption Story: 1 - Softcover

Olson, Allison

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798985162905

Publisher: Kids are Awesome Publishing LLC, 2022

Synopsis

Written by an adoptee.

This modern take on the "where did you come from" adoption book celebrates open adoption. Through words and illustrations, the characters express the immense amount of love that everyone involved in the process has for the adoptee.

Being both an adoptee and an adoptive parent, Allison Olson has a unique perspective on the topic of adoption. Her goal is to build confidence and self-esteem in young adoptees by changing the adoption narrative from the “lucky" child to the “loved" child.

Author's Purpose & Passion

• Written by an adoptee for adoptees (and to help educate non-adoptees)
• Build confidence & self-esteem about being adopted
• Portray birth mom and adoptive parents in a positive light
• A love story for young adoptees
• Highlight the beauty of open adoption

“… a wonderful celebration of uniting two families together through open adoption.” -- Sara Silvestri, MD, Adoptive Parent, The Adoption Doc, LLC

“… I think it is a great tool for helping a child understand adoption.” -- Melanie Leal, Adoption Specialist, LMSW, LCPAA

“...this book sends a clear and tender message about the beauty of open adoption.” -- Lorri Antosz Benson, Birth Mom, Author of “To Have and Not to Hold”, “Adopting Hope”, and “Amazing Adoptees Who Changed The World”

Edition details

• Publisher: Kids are Awesome Publishing LLC
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798985162905
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Urbiztondo Darlee
• Number of pages: 36