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title: Gladney Blog | Superkids Team (16)
description: "Superkids is a humanitarian aid initiative within the Asia Waiting Child Program of the Gladney Center for Adoption. Our goal: to improve the lives of children in Chinese orphanages via adoption advocacy, medical and rehabilitation services. Starting as a tiny team providing services to special needs children in a single facility in Shanghai in 2007, we've grown to a broad coalition of physicians, early childhood development specialists, teachers and volunteers who've aided 500 children in orphanages across China. (16)"
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# Gladney Blog

## Superkids Team

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Superkids is a humanitarian aid initiative within the Asia Waiting Child Program of the Gladney Center for Adoption. Our goal: to improve the lives of children in Chinese orphanages via adoption advocacy, medical and rehabilitation services. Starting as a tiny team providing services to special needs children in a single facility in Shanghai in 2007, we've grown to a broad coalition of physicians, early childhood development specialists, teachers and volunteers who've aided 500 children in orphanages across China.

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### Recent Posts

## [MATCHED!! Maya {Taiwan} With the Radiant Smile](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/maya-taiwan-with-the-radiant-smile)

 Posted by [Superkids Team](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/author/superkids-team) on 1/27/21 1:15 PM

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MATCHED!!

 

Maya is three and a half years old with a radiating smile! She is described as a lively little girl with strong curiosity. We have many pictures and videos of Maya that show her enjoying her day-to-day routine as well as participating in physical therapy sessions. Several videos particularly show her determination and enjoyment upon being successful.

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 Topics: [Superkids](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/superkids), [Taiwan Adoption](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/taiwan-adoption), [Waiting Children](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-children), [Waiting Child](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-child)

## [We Can't Wait For You To Meet Marcus {Taiwan}](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/we-cant-wait-for-you-to-meet-marcus-taiwan)

 Posted by [Superkids Team](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/author/superkids-team) on 12/23/20 8:15 AM

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Marcus celebrated his 6th birthday this month and we can't wait to tell you more about him! His foster mother describes him as playful, gentle, and polite. He greets his neighbors, asks for permission to watch T.V., asks for hugs, and likes to play silly. 

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 Topics: [Superkids](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/superkids), [Taiwan Adoption](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/taiwan-adoption), [Waiting Children](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-children), [Waiting Child](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-child)

## [MATCHED! Zooming With Abel {Taiwan}](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/zooming-with-abel-taiwan)

 Posted by [Superkids Team](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/author/superkids-team) on 12/9/20 9:45 AM

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MATCHED!

We [last advocated](https://www.rainbowkids.com/waitingchildphotolisting/child/48263) for Abel in October of 2020, and are excited to announce we now have extensive updates to his file, including new pictures and videos to share! Since we last wrote about Abel, he has continued to make great progress with his language and speech abilities.

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 Topics: [Superkids](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/superkids), [Taiwan Adoption](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/taiwan-adoption), [Waiting Children](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-children), [Waiting Child](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-child)

## [Update on 4-Year-Old Asa (Taiwan)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/update-on-4-year-old-asa-taiwan)

 Posted by [Superkids Team](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/author/superkids-team) on 12/7/20 8:55 AM

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We last met four-year-old Asa in Taiwan in Nov. 2019, and we are excited to announce we now have extensive updates to his file, including new pictures and videos to share! Asa joined our virtual superkids a few weeks ago and we were able to learn more about his developmental and cognitive growth. Just like last time, Asa still loves his toy cars. It’s even better when they are his size so he can ride on them!

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## [MATCHED!! Introducing Aldo {Taiwan}!](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/introducing-aldo-taiwan)

 Posted by [Superkids Team](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/author/superkids-team) on 11/30/20 3:00 PM

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MATCHED!!

Aldo is about to celebrate his 6th birthday! He has a vibrant and tender personality and a great sense of humor. Aldo is medically and developmentally healthy. He is emotionally stable and usually feels joyful and happy. He has good comprehension in terms of learning, and his strengths lie within hand manipulation and physical activities. He is great at riding a two-wheeled bicycle and enjoys jumping on the trampoline and shooting hoops. He also competed in and finished the Spartan Kids race. Way to go Aldo!

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 Topics: [Superkids](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/superkids), [Taiwan Adoption](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/taiwan-adoption), [Waiting Children](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-children), [Waiting Child](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-child)

## [MATCHED!! More Updates on Kobe {Taiwan}](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/more-updates-on-kobe-taiwan)

 Posted by [Superkids Team](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/author/superkids-team) on 11/20/20 7:35 AM

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MATCHED!!

We last met [Kobe](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/an-update-for-kobe-taiwan) in Taiwan in November of 2019, and we are excited to announce we now have extensive updates to his file! Kobe is described as a sweet child who helps other children wipe their chairs and tables and is always ready to help his caregivers. We also know that he is a very curious boy who is quick to ask questions. 

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 Topics: [Superkids](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/superkids), [Taiwan Adoption](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/taiwan-adoption), [Waiting Children](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-children), [Waiting Child](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-child)

## [Alyssa {Taiwan} Needs a Family to Cuddle](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/alyssa-taiwan-needs-a-family-to-cuddle)

 Posted by [Superkids Team](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/author/superkids-team) on 11/16/20 1:00 PM

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Meet sweet Alyssa. Alyssa is 2 and a half years old. She has a quiet personality and likes to be cuddled. She has a ready smile and giggle, and rarely cries. Alyssa loves listening to music and enjoys sounds spoken to her. Alyssa is able to turn her head side to side while lying on her stomach and can raise her head and chest momentarily with forearm support. Recently she has been attempting to lift her body off the bed by moving her shoulders. You go Alyssa!

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 Topics: [Superkids](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/superkids), [Taiwan Adoption](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/taiwan-adoption), [Waiting Children](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-children), [Waiting Child](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-child)

## [MATCHED! Meet Sisters Abby & Amy {Taiwan}](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/meet-sisters-abby-amy-taiwan)

 Posted by [Superkids Team](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/author/superkids-team) on 11/12/20 8:46 AM

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MATCHED!!

 

We are excited to introduce our newest sibling group, Abby and Amy! Abby recently celebrated her 7th birthday. She is a smart, healthy, and considerate girl with leadership qualities. We have many pictures of Abby so be sure to join the group mentioned below! Abby likes offering help to others, has a strong sense of honor, and will often please adults for compliments. She likes to play role-playing games such as pretending to be a teacher or leader. She also enjoys visiting the zoo, although she is afraid of cats and dogs. Abby’s overall development is comparable to children her age and she often receives praises from her teachers. She recently learned to draw star signs and is able to independently write her name in Chinese characters. Abby has no problem sharing and does well taking turns with her peers.

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 Topics: [Superkids](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/superkids), [Taiwan Adoption](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/taiwan-adoption), [Waiting Children](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-children), [Waiting Child](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/waiting-child)

## [MATCHED! Mischievous Alfred {Taiwan} Is Ready For An Adoptive Family](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/mischievous-alfred-taiwan-is-ready-for-an-adoptive-family)

 Posted by [Superkids Team](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/author/superkids-team) on 11/5/20 8:36 AM

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## MATCHED!

Meet Alfred! Alfred is a super cute and healthy 8-year-old boy. To view his photos, please join the advocacy group mentioned below. 

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## [MATCHED!! Energetic & Active Describes Axl {Taiwan}](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/energetic-active-describes-axl-taiwan)

 Posted by [Superkids Team](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/author/superkids-team) on 10/30/20 1:44 PM

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Meet 8-year-old Axl. Axl is an energetic, active, and curious young boy who is in overall good physical health. Axl loves to help out and actively offers help to his peers. He will also wait patiently for something he is very interested in.

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- [Coloring Sheets (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/coloring-sheets)
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- [Father's Day (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/fathers-day)
- [Gladney Adoption Day (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/gladney-adoption-day)
- [Gladney Adoptive Parent (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/gladney-adoptive-parent)
- [Gladney Campus (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/gladney-campus)
- [Gladney Family Mentorship (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/gladney-family-mentorship)
- [Gladney Impact (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/gladney-impact)
- [Gladney Night At Six Flags (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/gladney-night-at-six-flags)
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- [Next Steps Program (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/next-steps-program)
- [Podcast (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/podcast)
- [Russia Adoption (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/russia-adoption)
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- [Summertime Series (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/summertime-series)
- [Teenager Brain (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/teenager-brain)
- [Thailand Adoption (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/thailand-adoption)
- [Transitional Care (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/transitional-care)
- [Ukraine Adoption (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/ukraine-adoption)
- [Webinars (1)](https://blog.adoptionsbygladney.com/tag/webinars)

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