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by Karen B. Purvis, David R. Cross, and Wendy Lyons Sunshine
by Karen B. Purvis, David R. Cross, and Wendy Lyons Sunshine
This book is a great resource for both foster parents and teachers. It gives reasons why a foster (or adopted) child might behave in certain ways and provides ways to help him. This book can be a helpful reminder that behavior in a foster child is often indicative of an emotional need that needs to be addressed with compassion.
by Amanda Morin
by Amanda Morin
This book is an overview for parents with children in education. While not specifically related to foster children, the book is written with the idea that parents are not familiar with the education system. The author, Morin, is both an educator and parent of a student who has received special education services. This book contains a great chapter about defining special education terms. The text could be a great resource for foster parents to use themselves.
by Vanessa Barrat and BethAnn Berliner
by Vanessa Barrat and BethAnn Berliner
This study published in 2013 connects foster kids and education. It gives statistics of children in foster care in California and outlines characteristics of foster children. This document contains lots of charts and graphs and clearly shows the need foster kids have for support in the classroom. It is a great study to refer to when advocating for a foster child.
Johnson’s book is meant for Christian families active in foster care, considering foster care, or desiring to understand more about it to assist foster families. Each chapter connects foster care to the gospel and the ultimate purpose for being a foster parent. Johnson and his wife are foster parents, so the book contains personal anecdotes, as well. Chapter 17, “Rehumanizing Foster Care,” includes some information that could be included in describing the people in foster care and their role in a child’s education.
by Peter W. D. Wright, Pamela Darr Wright, and Sandra Webb O’Connor
by Peter W. D. Wright, Pamela Darr Wright, and Sandra Webb O’Connor
This book is a recommended resource by special educators for parents who need help navigating the IEP process. The book describes how to advocate for your child and how to understand special education.
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