Adoption Clip & Saves

Here is the full library of Adoptive Families Classic Clip & Saves — tip sheets and quick guides designed for downloading, printing, and sharing.


Helping Classmates Understand Adoption
A handout for parents and students at your child’s school.
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Post-Adoption Paperwork
How to obtain the last documents to finalize your international adoption.
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Adoption at School
10 ways to promote adoption sensitivity and an inclusive environment at your child’s school.
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30 Ways to Celebrate
A calendar of family activities for National Adoption Awareness Month—updated for 2016.
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Talking to Your 3- to 5-Year-Old
Sample conversations to help parents answer questions from curious preschoolers.
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Talking to Your 6- to 8-Year-Old
How to help your child understand and love her unique identity.
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Talking to Your 9- to 12-Year-Old
How to help the adoption conversation mature with your preteen.
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6 Themes for the Adopted Adolescent
Our free guide to understanding what your adopted teen may be thinking.
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Do We Need a Therapist?
How to decide if adoption-related therapy is necessary for your family.
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Tackling Tricky Assignments
Six possibly intrusive assignments, and how to handle them gracefully.
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The Very Best Day: A Children’s Story
A heartwarming tale to introduce your preschooler to her adoption story.
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Adoption Law: At the Hospital
Our free guide for navigating the hospital experience in a domestic adoption.
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“Adopt-A” Programs
Sample letters to advocate against “adopt-a” programs in your community.
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How to Lobby Your Employer for Adoption Benefits
Help your employer become an adoption-friendly company.
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Announcing Your Decision to Adopt
Real families recollect sharing this momentous occasion with loved ones.
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5 Ways to Talk About Racism
Includes sample language and responses to hurtful comments.
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