Red in the Flower Bed: An Illustrated Children's Story about Interracial Adoption

Author: Nepa, Andrea

Brand: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Edition: Large Print

Binding: Paperback

Format: Large Print

Number Of Pages: 28

Release Date: 12-12-2008

Details: Product Description The journey of adoption is beautifully depicted with the comforting imagery of a poppy flower who is welcomed into a garden family. It is a charming story of "seeds" being planted in the perfect place - exactly where they belong. Children and adults will enjoy this simple yet meaningful story and homespun illustrations. The book's loving approach helps children to understand adoption. Andrea Nepa has captured the essence of adoption and family, and has illustrated it beautifully with images and poetry that even a small child can comprehend and enjoy. About the Author Andrea Nepa is the mother of an adopted Vietnamese daughter named Leah. In 2001, Adoptions from the Heart assisted with the international adoption. Andrea dedicated her book to her daughter: "For my dear Leah, whose journey in her young life has already taken her to far away and unexpected places." In 2006, Leah was diagnosed with cancer. She is currently in remission. Andrea lives with Leah and her husband, David, in Haddonfield, New Jersey. She is a registered dietitian at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Package Dimensions: 11.0 x 8.5 x 0.1 inches

Languages: English