Books published by publisher Family Communications, Inc.

Designed for children in foster care (ages 5-10), "Meeting my CASA" is part of an educational, dialogue-opening series for kids in out-of-home care. In this full-color 16-page book, Robbie Rabbit meets his court-appointed special advocate (CASA) for the first time. We learn how Robbie feels about having a CASA. Kelly, his CASA, explains (in kid-friendly terms) what a CASA is, what CASAs do, and how the work of a CASA differs from the work of other child welfare professionals. *** The back of the book includes a game designed to promote communication between the child and the important people in his life. *** The story and game were created by Adam Robe, MSW, a former foster child who was adopted at age nine and is now a child welfare professional. *** The Robbie RabbitTM series is designed specifically for child welfare professionals and foster/adoptive parents who want to: (1) Help a foster child and/or an adoption-eligible child adjust better to tough changes in life; (2) Promote communication between the child and the important people in his life; and (3) Gain insight into a child's feelings and interpretation of the world around him.

Each of the 10 Commandments is perfectly formulated common sense that is totally relevant to current times, and popular author Bettie Youngs lifts the veil one by one to reveal the facts and purpose behind each principle. Most teens see the 10 Commandments as a bunch of old rules that no longer apply to them, but once the mystery is removed, it becomes clear that they are as meaningful today as ever before. Adept at making sense of issues at the heart of young adults, Youngs shows how each commandment is an integral part of the foundation for moral and spiritual conduct, as well as for peace and prosperity. This is a highly relevant book that will help teens live in peace, harmony and safety with each other and with God.

Hmong students interviewed their elders in the community to capture the history and culture of their people. An excellent collection of stories, writings and photographs by Hmong students in Minnesota. A minority in every country where they have lived, they value their independence and self-sufficiency. This book reunites the Hmong youth, who have become alienated from their culture in living in the United States, to Hmong culture and inspire self-esteem as well as helping others learn about this amazing culture.

This book -- "Robbie's Trail through Adoption" (ISBN: 978-1-935831-03-7) -- is an engaging story written specifically for children who will NOT have birthparent contact after the adoption. (An open adoption storyline, ISBN: 978-1-935831-06-8, is also available.) The "Robbie's Trail through Adoption" story should be used with "Robbie's Trail through Adoption - Activity Book" (ISBN: 978-1-935831-04-4) and "Robbie's Trail through Adoption -Adult Guide" (ISBN: 978-1-935831-05-1). These three books, sold separately, are designed to work together to help adoption-eligible children communicate better with their adoptive parents and child welfare professionals. Although the "Robbie's Trail through Adoption" story can be read without the supplemental activity book and adult guide, adoption-eligible children are best served when you have all three books. The adult guide and activity book both relate back to the "Robbie's Trail through Adoption" story, and are used together to help children with issues such as control, grief and loss, feelings, communication and self-identity. The Robbie Rabbit stories and their supplemental materials are designed specifically for foster parents, adoptive parents and/or caseworkers who want to: (1) Help a foster child and/or an adoption-eligible child adjust better to tough changes in life; (2) Promote communication between the child and the important people in his life; and (3) Gain insight into a child's feelings and interpretation of the world around him.

This book and cassette introduces Mandarin Chinese to children the fun and natural way using many familiar melodies as well as native children's songs from China. Children will enjoy learning basic vocabulary and pronunciation through popular themes such as greetings, numbers, family, animals, weather, colors and more. The song book contains illustrations featuring Penny and Tommy Panda while the digitally recorded cassette has 22 vocals in Chinese on one side and music only on the other. The book also includes English translations, pronunciation guide, suggested activities and instructional guides. The Sing 'n Learn Chinese is the first of its kind to be released in the United States and it is also in use in China. The 23-minute digitally recorded tapes have a slightly slow tempo to allow for clear enunciation. It is also the only title with the lyrics in both traditional and simplified characters and romanized pinyin pronunciation system. No prior knowledge of Chinese is necessary!