"What I need is a mom." (foster care and adoption)
Article Abstract:
Thousands of foster children across the US yearn to be adopted. However, the inefficient foster care and adoption system in the country has prevented these children from finding happiness with adoptive parents. A total revamp of the system is needed to solve this problem.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1995
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"We're the retards." (motivating problem students)
Article Abstract:
Teachers may face difficulties in handling problem students. However, these students sometimes need motivation and a guiding influence to achieve. A dyslexic teacher helps foster love of learning and self-esteem in her students.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1993
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Adoption problem
Article Abstract:
Many foreign children entering the US for adoption have medical problems which cannot be detected by routine physical examination. It is recommended that all such children be medically screened upon arrival.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1992
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