Sixteen-year-old Aaron likes to stay active, both physically and mentally.

More often than not, you can find the teen outside. Whether he’s playing basketball, going for a hike, or just a stroll around the neighborhood, Aaron is constantly on the move, and he hopes to find a family that will want to spend time outdoors with him.

On the off chance you find Aaron inside, he might be listening to hip-hop or playing videogames. Aaron is quick to open up and easy to talk to, especially if he is doing an activity he enjoys or eating his favorite food – pizza.

Aaron’s perfect family would be a two-parent home where he is either the youngest or only child. He wants a family that will play catch with him and ask him how his day was. Aaron responds well to verbal praise and to those who encourage him to be the best he can be.

For more information on children in foster care eligible for adoption, call Aid to Adoption of Special Kids at 602.930.4900, or visit www.aask-az.org.

Editor's note: Ms. Gaieck is a copywriter at AASK - Aid to Adoption of Special Kids. She will be submitting articles regularly to the Daily Independent at YourValley.net in hopes to find children forever families.