A beautifully illustrated and comforting book about adoption, following Mama Bear and Barley Bear as they talk about the special and unique way their family was created, nurturing a sense of belonging and acceptance.
I Wished for You, by bestselling children's book author Marianne Richmond, invites young readers and their parents into an open-hearted conversation about the true meaning of family. It embraces the concept of chosen families and paints a sensitive, uplifting picture of adoption, helping children understand the power of love that connects adoptive parents and children.
This book serves as a valuable tool for families navigating the journey of adoption, providing reassurance and sparking discussions about familial love, diversity, and the different ways families are formed, and is the perfect adoption gift for parents and kids.
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Carrie Kipp Howard is an award-winning writer and editor whose work has appeared in numerous books and publications. She has interests in branding and corporate identity, aviation, and parenting and adoption. A graduate of Pacific Lutheran University, she lives with her family in Seattle.
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Hardback. Condition: New. Cherish every step. Remember every chapter. Love every moment. Celebrate your unique adoption story with this gently guided journal designed with adoptive parents in mind. . Open-ended and playful prompts-perfect for any age or experience. Lots of spots for notes, photographs, announcements, and other mementos. Beautiful, simple design to make your ownEvery child, every family's story is unique. and now every story can be told. This beautifully designed keepsake journal captures all of the emotions, history, hopes, dreams, and surprises that each adoption journey entails through guided prompts that encourage parents to enjoy and reflect on their own experience. Created specifically for adoptive parents, I Wished for You celebrates each unique adoption story, where every milestone is remembered, every moment is cherished, and every child is wished for. Seller Inventory # LU-9781492648840
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