Circumstances prior to adoption often cause adopted children to experience school, among other things, in a different framework than other kids. Orphanage care, foster care or prenatal exposure are all events that can affect behavior as a child grows.

Adoption and classroom success

This video presents tips and strategies on how to help your child be more successful at school, therefore easing some of the stress at home.

Please note: This video was recorded several years ago with our former branding (the Belonging Network used to be the Adoptive Families Association of BC).

Adoption and classroom success: Beyond the basics

Presenter: Heather T. Forbes

Listen to a discussion with Heather T. Forbes, LCSW, on how to help your adopted child succeed at school.