This heartwarming picture book introduces Bandit and Pablo, a dog and cat who are as different as can be but share one huge similarity: They are both adopted!
The first in a series of children's books,
The Adventures of Bandit and Pablo: We Are Brothers!
is written as a conversation between Bandit, Pablo, and the reader. This book introduces these sun-loving siblings and tells their story about becoming a family through adoption. The beautiful illustrations pull young readers into the story, and the clever rhymes keep the readers engaged. Bandit and Pablo aim to explore the thoughts and emotions of an adopted child and remind readers that families are a creation of love, trust, and a feeling of belonging.
The Adventures of Bandit and Pablo: We Are Brothers! is a warm and playful story about adoption, friendship, and finding where you belong. It is an excellent book for parents to read to their adopted children, children with adopted siblings, and any child wanting to learn more about adoption. The fun-loving personalities of these two will touch your heart, and they are sure to become the adopted brothers you want to read about over and over again!
This is the first children's book written by Katie Kibort-Gibbons. Katie is adopted and has also adopted her two children. Not only does she bring her personal experiences to life through her characters, but she is also a licensed clinical professional counselor specializing in adoption. Having the viewpoints of all three of these roles gives her a unique perspective on the world of adoption, and she is thrilled to share it with her readers.
This book is ideal for infants, toddlers, Pre-K children, and early readers.