Over Land and Sea: A Story of International Adoption

by Steven L. Layne, Jan Bower (Illustrator)

Driven by love, nourished by hope, and sustained by faith, thousands of families adopt children internationally. A unique opportunity for every reader to take part in an intimate family journey and to witness the shared joy of relatives and friends upon a homecoming.

Genres: Adoption, Picture Books

32 pages, Hardcover

First published February 28, 2005

About the author

Award-winning author and educator Steven L. Layne is the director of the Master of Education in Literacy program at Judson University in Elgin, Illinois, where he is also a professor of literacy education. He is a respected literacy consultant, motivational keynote speaker, and featured author at conferences and literary events worldwide. He lives with his wife and children in Saint Charles, Illinois.

Reviews

[Rcltigger · Rating 5 out of 5]

A lovely book that focuses on the homecoming and early times with a newly adopted baby.

Birthparents and reasons for adoption are not mentioned but are acknowledged: "They (adoptive parents) gave thanks, too, for the unselfish love that...across the miles, over land and sea, changed their lives and yours."

[Lindsay · Rating 2 out of 5]

Beautifully illustrated.

[Carol Royce Owen · Rating 4 out of 5]

A beautifully illustrated book about adoption. I definitely have a friend to share this book with.