Angela Krueger
With a degree in Psychology from Wilfrid Laurier University, Angela Krueger focused her studies on Child Development and Social Psychology. Specializing in writing about adoption and parenting she has contributed to:
- Adoptive Families Magazine
- Creating Families
- The Hospital for Sick Children – IMPrint
- Rainbowkids.com
- City Parent Southwestern Ontario
She has also written general interest and academic articles for:
- The Canadian Association for Co-operative Education
- The Guelph Mercury
- Competitive Intelligence Review
- Wilfrid Laurier University (Fighting West Nile and Co-op Students Combine Theory and Practice)
- You're My Hero Book Series - Girl Guides of Canada
As a contributing writer and Adoption Feature Writer for www.suite101.com, Angela has received several Editor’s Choice Awards:
- BC Adoption Programs Supported by Ethical Bean Coffee
- Pros and Cons of Transracial Adoption
- Honouring an Adopted Child’s Birth Culture
- Celebrating Birth Mother’s Day
- Talking to Classmates About Adoption
- Exploring Sand with Preschoolers
One of her www.suite101.com articles was excerpted in Developmental Science by Harris and Graham [Kendall Hunt, 2009] and another was published in Opposing Viewpoints: International Adoptions, vol. 1 [Cengage Learning, 2010]. In addition, she has been a speaker at education conferences and participated as a panelist for adoption seminars in Ontario, Canada. She is also a certified adoption trainer to deliver the PRIDE Pre-Service Training for Prospective Resource Families.
Angela is also presently working on her first junior novel for young adoptees.
Latest Articles
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Celebrating and Recognizing Foster Parents in Child Welfare
In order to retain and recruit foster parents, communities and organizations need to honour the significant role they play in a child's life.
Dec 20, 2011
- Angela Krueger
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Talking to Adopted Tweens About Puberty
When it comes to discussions about puberty and procreation, adoptive parents need to also consider how these facts fit into the tween's adoption story.
Nov 11, 2011
- Angela Krueger
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Book Review of "What Is a Part of Me?" by Ola Zuri
Zuri's latest book for child adoptees encourages readers to think about their adoption story and the questions they may have about their early beginnings.
Oct 5, 2011
- Angela Krueger
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Traveling Outside of Canada With an Adopted Child
Before adoptive families plan international vacations they need to consider these factors to ensure an adopted child can return to Canada without a hassle.
Sep 2, 2011
- Angela Krueger
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How to Be an Advocate for Your Adopted Child
Advocating for an adopted child requires adoptive parents to be proactive and realistic about their child's needs, as well as good communicators.
Aug 5, 2011
- Angela Krueger
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How to Talk With a Reluctant Spouse About Adoption
When planning to adopt, communication between partners is key, however it is okay to go through the process with some reluctance.
Jul 7, 2011
- Angela Krueger
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Pros and Cons of Searching for Birth Family on Facebook
Finding birth relatives on Facebook is creating new concerns over privacy and contact for both adoptees and birth family. Here are some issues to consider.
Jun 3, 2011
- Angela Krueger
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Helping Adopted Children with Speech-Language Issues
Prevalent among adoptees, speech problems are one of the first skills adoptive parents assess in their children in order to find appropriate supports.
May 5, 2011
- Angela Krueger
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Speech & Language Delays in Internationally Adopted Children
Speech problems are not uncommon for children, but for kids who have lived in orphanages, it is important for adoptive parents to prepare for issues.
Apr 20, 2011
- Angela Krueger
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What to Expect During the Adoption Home Study
The home study is a crucial part of the adoption process and is mandatory for all Canadians to complete before adopting a child into their family.
Apr 12, 2011
- Angela Krueger
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