Kaida and Her Chosen Family

By Emma Daw

A reassuring and heartfelt celebration of adoptive families, belonging, and unconditional love.

What truly makes a family?

When Kaida's second-grade class is assigned a family tree project, she begins asking questions about the biological family she doesn't know. With the love and support of her parents, Kaida discovers a beautiful truth: families are not defined by biology alone. They are built through love, choice, and a deep sense of belonging.

Inspired by the author's own adoption story, Kaida and Her Chosen Family is a heartfelt picture book that celebrates the many ways families are formed. It offers a meaningful mirror for adopted children and a window into the adoption experience for classmates, friends, and families.

Perfect for:

Opening thoughtful, age-appropriate conversations about adoption, foster care, and diverse family structuresElementary classrooms and school librariesSocial-emotional learning (SEL)Parents, caregivers, and educatorsChildren ages 5-9

This tender story reminds young readers that what makes a family isn't how its story begins, but the love that keeps it together.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HCPC6S9D
• ISBN13: 9798234147554
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Emma Daw
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.1" x 8.5"