Reviews for A Passage to the Heart: Writings from Families with Children from China

The average rating for A Passage to the Heart: Writings from Families with Children from China based on 2 reviews is 4 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2014-11-17 00:00:00 Stephen Willies A Passage to the Heart: Writings from Families with Children from China by Amy Klatzkin (Editor) A review by [email protected] The story of a life is precious. The value of this book lies in it's multifaceted approach in illuminating the many stories of families that have adopted from China. As with all compilations of limited distribution publications, some articles are better written than others, but the shear volume of perspectives is wonderful. Perhaps it would be helpful to those considering this book to know the section headings. In order of presentation, they are: - Ready & Waiting - The Adoption Journey - Settling In - Health & Development - Adoption after Infancy - Single Parenting - Perspectives - Culture, Language, Identity - Race Matters - Going Back - Adoption, the Lifelong Journey The articles were compiled in the late 90s, at a time when most children adopted from China were girls under the age of 10 who were adopted as infants. Our adoption story will be much different, but I found it relaxing to simply read of others who have walked a similar road and mine a few pieces of gold throughout. I wouldn't recommend this as a PRIMARY resource on adoption, but it is a wonderful supplemental for anyone engaged in the endeavor of adoption from China whether parent, child or supporter.

Review # 2 was written on 2009-12-30 00:00:00 Stephen Cilurso A terrific resource for adoptive parents of children from China. Lots of great essays and tips!