Most adopted children report that they enjoy going to school. However, adopted children tend to struggle more in school. Parents need to be prepared to advocate for their child. Parents also play a major role in helping the school community understand adoption and how to talk about it. This resource guide is not an all-inclusive list, but rather a tool to help you access the information you need. AAPA recommends the following resources to start with on how to address adoption vocabulary and understanding among classmates and teachers:

• Helping Classmates Understand Adoption-Adoptive Families (PDF)

• What Teachers Should Know About Adoption (PDF)

AAPA School (PDF)