Adopting the Older Child

by Claudia Jewett Jarratt and Claudia L. Jewett

Book Overview

The practical classic on adopting an older child.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0916782093
• ISBN13: 9780916782092
• Release Date: September 1978
• Publisher: Harvard Common Press
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.4" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Surprisingly Current Almost 30 Years Later

As we move forward in the adoption process of a 17 yr. old, I am thrilled to have just read this book. It was an easy read, full of insight, with just the right balance of warmth and challenge. Best of all, as both a professional counselor and adoptive mother (seven times over!) the author is truly credible, including a nice mix of research and personal experience. I give this book my highest recommendation.

THE BEST BOOK ON ADOPTION!!

If you are considering adoption, especially of an older child, THIS IS A MUST HAVE BOOK!! I adopted an 8 year old special needs boy in 1992, and this book was my bible. It was like a road map of what to expect. Nothing my son did ever caught me by surprise. So instead of worrying what I was doing wrong, I was able to focus on his needs. This book gave me the foundation on which to stand. Today, my son is a healthy, well-respected young man; I thank Ms. Jewett for her excellent book. She helped make it happen.

The Title Says It All

We adopted two older siblings, a ten year old girl and her five year old brother. This book enlightened us to exactly the issues of an older placement. I highly recommend this book to prepare anyone considering adopting an older child.

The best book I have read on this subject. Very helpful.

I loved this book. It is interesting, readable and gives you tremendous insight into the challenges you will face without terrifying you in the process or making you feel incompetent to deal with them. I gained a lot of insight from the author's wisdom.

Number One Information Source on Adopting an Older Child

If you are considering an adoption, but a new baby may not be the choice for you or your spouse, Read this book. Claudia will take you through the process of a state adoption of an older child. Four case studies of very different types of adoptions are present in the book. I learned so much and now I am more eager than before to start on my journey to be a parent. This book highlights the different problems that may arise from the adoption of an older child especially of one that has been in the state foster care system. A definite recommend anyone interested in adoption or even childhood behavior problems.