{"product_id":"the-day-of-your-arrival-9788417673024","title":"The Day of Your Arrival","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Day of Your Arrival - A Heartfelt Adoption Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTender and contemplative, this volume is an apt ode to the process of welcoming any lovingly awaited child.\u003c\/i\u003e Publishers Weekly\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWe had waited for you for so long. We did not know when you would come.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWe did not know what your name was, or if your eyes were brown or blue.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eOne day, finally, you arrived.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Adoption Picture Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique hardcover picture book tenderly explores the adoption process and celebrates the arrival of a long-awaited child. Written by Dolores Brown and illustrated by award-winning artist Reza Dalvand, this story speaks to the universal experience of families built through adoption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative captures the anticipation, hope, and profound love that adoptive parents feel while waiting for their child. Through gentle prose and contemplative illustrations, readers experience the emotional journey from uncertainty to the joyful moment of arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Ages 4-8\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for intermediate readers and ideal as a read aloud, this book helps children understand adoption in an age-appropriate, sensitive way. It validates the experiences of adopted children while celebrating the diverse paths families take to come together. The story emphasizes belonging and emotional intelligence, making it an essential addition to any family library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAward-Winning Illustrator\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReza Dalvand has illustrated over twenty books in multiple languages, including English, French, German, Persian, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. He has won several international awards and participated in well-known international exhibits. His artwork brings warmth and depth to this touching narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Author Dolores Brown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDolores Brown thinks that society speaks too often of the perfect princess, when in reality, few women actually resemble that traditional idea. Instead, Dolores tries to change the concept in order to make other princesses --the truly brave princesses-- relevant to the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal Gift for Adoptive Parents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis hardcover picture book makes a meaningful gift for adoptive families, expectant adoptive parents, or anyone navigating the family building journey. Published by Nubeocho, a Spanish publisher known for multicultural children's literature, this book celebrates diverse families and the many ways love creates a family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTambién disponible en español. (Also available in Spanish.)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nubeocho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50493409100050,"sku":"9788417673024","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_cb099659-1764-495e-8d6b-466fc29e4fe3.jpg?v=1730646774","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-day-of-your-arrival-9788417673024","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}