Books with author Anna Carey

A collection of poems from a family of peas in a pod who would like to tell you how they feel. This book can be read on its own or as a sequel to the 'WADDL Family Picture book' which also features the Pea Pod Family. Written by an Occupational Therapist (and Adoptive Parent), this book is specifically designed to help children build empathy for other members of their family in a cheerful and positive way. The characters are non-specific so that they can be compared with experiences from all sorts of different real-life families. At the end of the book you are introduced to Hap-pea who explains in a positive light what it means to be adopted (or fostered) by his new family. The style and text is specifically suited to Key Stage 1 and 2 for reading aloud, but will appeal to children of all ages and abilities.FREE Printables are available from www.waddl.co.uk (visit this site to find out more about WADDL)

An insightful and unique collection of quotes and advice, this book has been written entirely by a six year old who has been adopted. Photography and text editing is presented by Anna Carey (Adoptive Mother and Occupational Therapist) with the intention that other adoptive families will benefit from the honest ideas and advice this special six year old has to offer. This book includes positive reflections on social workers, teachers and notes to new grandparents and friends explaining adoption from a child's perspective alongside lots of hints for children who may have been recently adopted or preparing for the move to a new family. A thoughtful and encouraging gift for any family preparing for adoption or those working with children leaving the care system.