I Miss My Foster Parents
A sweet story written by a child who was adopted from the foster care system. He shares his fears about leaving his foster home to move in with a new adoptive family. Very realistic and honest, I Miss My Foster Parents may help other children feel that they are not alone in missing their foster parents and depicts the relationship continuing with phone calls, cards, and visits. Hopefully this book will serve as a reminder to adoptive parents to keep connections with past care givers.
Illustrations
Illustrated by the 7-year-old author Stefon Herbert and his older brother Shaun Herbert. Shaun assisted with the illustrations that were more difficult for Stefon, such as the ones showing action or proper body proportions.
The illustrations will catch a child's eye and depicts emotions that children can identify with.About the Author
Stefon Herbert came into foster care at the age of three. He was adopted at the age of six with his sibling Latisha. They have three other birth siblings in which they remain in contact with as well as two other adopted siblings.
At the age of 7, Stefon's honesty is seen in I Miss My Foster Parents. The fear and sadness he felt during this time in his life will be of comfort to children who may be feeling the same emotions.Final Thoughts and Information
I Miss My Foster Parents is an honestly written book by an expert on the subject - a former foster child.
I Miss My Foster Parents is recommended for children ages 4-8.
(Published by Child Welfare League of America, Inc., 1991
ISBN 0-87868-476-X)
Being Adopted - Stephanie Herbert
The Visit - Latisha Herbert
