Perfect Reads for Anyone Beginning to Explore Adoption
Adoption advocate and author Nyree Squires has created two valuable resources for families considering adoption. Both books gently introduce the practical and emotional sides of modern adoption, making them ideal for people who are just beginning to explore what adoption might mean for them.
Written from the perspective of an adoptive mum, Adoption Treasures offers an accessible and reassuring introduction to the UK adoption journey. Nyree draws on her lived experience to explain what adoption involves—clearly, honestly and without overwhelming readers who may be taking their first steps into the subject.
The book breaks down key stages, expectations and common themes in a way that feels open, human and supportive. Nyree also addresses misunderstandings about modern adoption, helping readers form a more realistic picture early on.
Her conversational style is frequently praised for being warm, easy to read and deeply encouraging. One reviewer described it as “very informative… I feel very encouraged and that bit more prepared for adoption.”
With personal reflections spanning many years of parenting her adopted children, the book offers authenticity and gentle wisdom—ideal for anyone wanting to understand the adoption journey from someone who’s already walked it.
For younger children, Nyree offers Ellie’s New Home, a beautifully illustrated story that helps children make sense of their own adoption experiences.
The story follows Ellie, a small elephant who isn’t being cared for properly, and Elsie, a wise helper who supports her as she moves to a new family—Ed and Enid. Through Ellie’s emotions—sadness, confusion, remembering her past and slowly beginning to feel safe—children can explore and recognise feelings they may be experiencing themselves.
Suitable for ages 2–8, particularly during the first few months of placement, this book can be a powerful tool for:
- opening gentle conversations
- helping children process big emotions
- building connection through shared reading
It’s thoughtful, warm and child-centred—making complex feelings understandable for even very young readers.
Together, these two books offer a meaningful introduction to adoption from both adult and child perspectives. Adoption Treasures provides clarity, lived experience and reassurance for adults who are beginning to consider adoption. Ellie’s New Home supports children’s emotional understanding and helps them begin to make sense of loss, change and belonging. Both books offer kindness, honesty and compassion—qualities that can make early exploration of adoption feel far less daunting.