Pairs black-and-white photographs with statements that express the many reasons why people choose to adopt a child, and why those children are special to their families.
"As animals, big and small, prepare for Christmas by decorating a tree, singing carols, and stashing surprises, they see that the most important gift of the season is being together"--OCLC.
"It's the Lunar New Year, which just happens to be Mulan's favorite festival! There is a lot to do to prepare for this important celebration, and for the first time, Mulan is old enough to help out. But everything Mulan does seems to turn out wrong...."--Dust jacket.
Presents wacky, fanciful explanations--some with a kernel of truth--for rules that parents impose on their children, including reasons for eating vegetables, not jumping on the bed, and combing one's hair.
Owen's parents try to get him to give up his favorite blanket before he starts school, but when their efforts fail, they come up with a solution that makes everyone happy.
