by Annetta E. Dellinger Adopted and Loved Forever assures young adopted children that, just as God chooses them to be His children, their parents chose them specially, love them very much, and will never leave them. This book reinforces that message by using the voice of a young child to give positive, Christian explanations of many concepts that are confusing to young adopted children. Adopted and Loved Forever explains to adopted children * why and how they are adopted; * why, even though their natural parents brought them into this world, their adoptive parents are Mom and Dad; * why it's okay that they do not look like Mom or Dad; * and why adoption is forever-no matter what happens! Scriptural references are included as well as a mention of Esther, who was adopted by Mordecai. This book offers support for parents who want to discuss adoption with their young children ages four to seven. Colorful illustrations and simple language make a potentially difficult subject easier for parents to explain and for children to understand.