Gotcha Day

About the Book

“We ‘gotcha’ in hot, hot July, when fireworks are aglow. We ‘gotcha’ in sultry August, when back to school we go.” What are “gotcha days”? Those are the days when the circle of a family widens to embrace a child. Those are the days when adoptive parents finally get to welcome their new children into their forever home.

All adopted children are sure to feel special and loved when they learn about the day they joined their families—a story parents will never tire of telling and kids will never tire of hearing. In this warm, whimsical book, kids are adopted from around the world; all children can see that there are other families just like theirs. Regardless of race or nationality, one thing is clear: love is what makes a family. Kids will love the repetition of the “gotcha” rhyme, and parents will appreciate the chance to start talking with them about their adoption and their own gotcha day. As a bonus, kids will learn about the months and seasons of the year!

Whether you want to give a gift to an adoptive family or celebrate your own child’s gotcha day, Gotcha Day is sure to win a special place in the homes and hearts of families everywhere.

About the Author

Sheila Temple and her husband are the parents of six children, four of whom are adopted. She earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education at Missouri State University in Springfield; she lives in Springfield, where she teaches fourth grade. This is her first book.