Adoption is a proceeding that creates a legal relation between a parent and a child. Adoption is generally done through public and private organizations or through direct placement with the help of a lawyer. The procedure is often complex, as are the many  issues that develop around it. Many books and organizations exist to assist adoptive parents or  provide support for adopted children. The terms and phrases listed in the subject headings below can be used to search for more materials in the library’s catalog and research databases. If you need further assistance, please ask a librarian.

 

346.7301 SEM                 

Sember, Brette McWhorter.   The Complete Adoption & Fertility Legal Guide.  Published in 2004.

 

362.734 ELD                  

Eldridge, Sherrie.  Twenty Things Adopted Kids Wish Their Adoptive Parents Knew.  Published in 1999.

 

362.734 GIL                  

Gilman, Lois.  The Adoption Resource Book.  Published in 1998.

 

362.734 KEE                  

Keefer, Betsy.  Telling the Truth to Your Adopted or Foster Child : Making Sense of the Past.       Published in 2000.

 

362.734 STE

Steinberg, Gail.  Inside Transracial Adoption.  Published in 2000.

 

362.734 VAR                  

Varon, Lee.  Adopting on Your Own : the Complete Guide to Adopting as a Single Parent.          Published in 2000.