Children at my daughter’s school assume she speaks Spanish, even though she was raised in an English-speaking family. What can we do?
Ask AF: Comments on Beauty
An adoptive parent asks AF’s expert for help with how to respond when strangers make comments about her children’s appearances.
Meeting the In-Laws
Our Korean-born daughter is engaged to a Korean man. We’re thrilled — but how do we discuss adoption with his family?
The Elephant in the Room: Handling Racism
We want to start teaching our daughter about racism early on, but we have no idea where to start.
“Positive” Stereotypes
Our daughter, adopted from China, isn’t getting the help she needs in math class. What can we do?
Comments from Adults of Your Child’s Race
When you’re raising a child of another race, you may find that adults of that race approach you with questions or comments. AF’s transracial adoption expert explains what you can say.
Ask AF: Teen Friendships
Answers to your parenting questions.
Dealing with Stereotypes
When our children get hit with negative — or positive — labels, it robs them of who they really are.
Finding Role Models of Your Child’s Race
Answers to your parenting questions.
When to Let Kids Handle Racism On their Own
Answers to your parenting questions.
AF Reviews: Long Wait for Home
A film portraying the lives of birth parents in China.
Ask AF: When Preschoolers Ask About Race
Answers to your parenting questions.
Balancing Cultural Activities in the Family Routine
If your child seems more interested in soccer than culture camp, don’t panic.
Ask AF: Clearly Non-Identical Twins
Parents who adopted non-identical twins who have different skin tones wonder how to hand comments about adoption and race. Deborah Johnson offers advice on responding.
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