James from Texas

James, who also goes by Bobby, is a bright, curious, and creative youth with a wide range of interests and a strong imagination. He enjoys reading, building things with Legos, sketching, playing basketball, watching television, and playing video games. Reading is one of his favorite activities, and he has already read the entire Harry Potter collection. He is currently enjoying the Big Nate series and has a particular interest in reading and learning about dinosaurs. His curiosity extends to animals in general, and he enjoys discovering new information about the world around him. Bobby has a creative side and enjoys using his imagination to explore his interests. One of his future goals is to become an online animal-focused content creator, combining his love of animals, creativity, and enthusiasm for sharing what he learns with others. He reports that he likes school. With his curiosity, creativity, and love of learning, James has many interests that can continue to grow and develop with a loving forever family.

James will do best with a family who is patient, nurturing, and able to provide a structured and predictable home environment. His family should be comfortable supporting a child who may need extra reassurance, supervision, and guidance. James would benefit from caregivers who can remain calm during challenging moments, use trauma-informed parenting strategies, and work closely with providers. He would thrive with adults who can celebrate his creativity, encourage his interests, and offer him the permanency and unconditional commitment he needs to feel safe and loved.