Adoptee Life Book Group for Kids: Share Your Adoption Story Through Art

Schedule

Sat, 22 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 am to Sat, 13 Dec, 2025 at 01:30 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Adoption Center of Illinois at Family Resource Center | Chicago, IL

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Join our Adoptee Life Book Group! A 3-day class where 10-13 year olds get to create their own Life Book and connect with other adoptees.
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Adoptee Life Book Group (10-13 year olds)

Come join us for our Adoptee Life Book Group for kids aged 10-13 years old! This is a 3-day in-person event , which will be held at the Adoption Center of Illinois. It's a great opportunity for young adoptees to connect with other adoptees, and explore their adoption story and identity through art, writing, and discussion. Facilitated by ACI's therapist, Claire Dixon, LCSW.

Dates: 3 Saturdays at 9am: 11/22, 12/6 and 12/13

Contact: Claire Dixon, LCSW, [email protected]

Cost: $300*

*Reach out to Claire Dixon if cost is a barrier to attend.

Wondering what a Life Book is? Life Books are a personalized book made up of photos, momentos, writing and art that help adoptees process their adoption story. The books are not just keepsakes; they’re tools for healing, growth, and connection, and help capture a child’s adoption and life journey in a meaningful way.


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Adoption Center of Illinois at Family Resource Center, 5828 North Clark Street, Chicago, United States

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