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this is a post about great children’s books about down syndrome.
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children’s books about down syndrome
Stories are a wonderful way to explain Down syndrome to a child,
good children’s books find ways to convey the complexity and simplicity of down syndrome and make us understand the humanity in all of us. I have personally enjoyed reading children’s books about down syndrome not only to my sons (who don’t have down syndrome) but also to my daughter (who does). It’s an easy way for her to understand the extra chromosome of hers too.
what is inside you is also inside me: my chromosomes make me unique
“every child, every person, every living thing is unique, largely due to chromosomes. children with down syndrome have an extra chromosome. this book informs people about down syndrome in an enlightening and fun way. In the process, he also explains chromosomes and their role in making every living thing special. a valuable tool for educators, siblings, people with down syndrome, advocates, and those with an innate curiosity.”
my friend has down syndrome
from the series “let’s talk about it”
“Let’s Talk About It books, written with sensitivity, encourage preschoolers and early graders to explore their feelings, deal with issues that concern them, and understand others They have their own problems. …here in this heartwarming story, two children, one with down syndrome and one without, learn that they are both good at different things and that by helping each other overcome their fears and difficulties they can achieve a lot together.”
my friend has down syndrome
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from the series “friends with disabilities”
“my friend sarah has a disability called down syndrome. but that doesn’t matter to us. we tell jokes and laugh, we go to ballet classes together and have a lot of fun. I’m glad sarah is my friend!”
we will paint the octopus red
“as six-year-old emma anticipates the birth of her new baby brother or sister, she vividly imagines all the things they can do together. Emma feels ready to be a big sister! later, when the baby is born, her dad tells him that he is a boy and that she has something called down syndrome. she finally asks, “if isaac has this thing down, then what can’t she do?” her dad thinks about it, then tells him that as long as they’re patient with him and help him when she needs it, there’s probably nothing isaac can’t do. In this heartwarming story, Emma helps her father as much as he helps her realize that Isaac is the baby of their dreams. The book concludes with a series of frequently asked questions about down syndrome with answers for children and how it might affect their siblings and family members. for ages 3 to 7.”
down on the farm
“a beautiful story highlighting a sunny day visit to the farm. the reader is invited to a whimsical tale with animals and children enjoying their adventures. however, what makes this story unique is that each of the children photographed in the book has down syndrome. the story is appropriate for all children and clearly shows the abilities of children with an extra chromosome.”
you’re all kinds of wonderful
“We are not all the same. thank god we’re not. life would be boring, and I mean…a lot.
And so, when we are born, we are provided from the start with our own bells and whistles to set us apart.
Think of your bells as the things you do best things hidden in your own treasure chest.
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part of growing up is discovering and accepting what makes us unique. from different abilities to different personalities, we are all wonderfully made with our own bells and whistles.
once again, new york times bestselling author and artist nancy tillman takes a universal truth and makes it accessible to readers young and old.”
my friend isabel
“(2004 iparenting media award winner) isabelle and charlie are friends. they both like to draw, dance, read and play in the park. they both like to eat cheerios. they both cry if their feelings are hurt. and, like most friends, they are also different from each other. isabelle has down syndrome. Charlie doesn’t. Written by Isabelle’s mother, this charming story encourages readers to think about what makes a friendship special. my friend isabelle also opens the door for young children to talk about differences and the world around them. is a wonderful story to read at bedtime or to share at school. Lively, full-color illustrations work seamlessly with the text to bring the simple story to life.”
kids like me… learn the alphabet
“Kids Like Me…Learn their ABCs features engaging photos of children with down syndrome on a crisp white background, surrounded by colorful borders. each child holds or interacts with an object that represents a letter of the alphabet. surrounding images also show that letter in sign language, uppercase and lowercase, and an illustration of the featured object.
all children will enjoy this book, but children with down syndrome will enjoy seeing other children like them, having fun and learning about their abc..”
kids like me… learn colors
“kids like me…learn colors teaches primary colors, plus orange, green, purple, pink, brown, black, white, silver, gold, gray and a rainbow multicolored. Each page features a child with Down syndrome wearing a t-shirt and playing with a matching color object, photographed against a crisp white background. the borders contain the word for English and Spanish. After all, it’s never too early to start bilingual education!”
I hope this collection of great children’s books on down syndrome has been helpful.
Please remember that cost should not stop you from reading what is useful: ask your local library to stock these titles if they don’t have them, make sure your local down syndrome association or group has them. Recommend them to your child’s school too!
To learn more and connect with other parents, don’t forget to read my:
- very comprehensive resource guide for down syndrome
- list of facebook groups related to down syndrome
- long list of free material for children with disabilities
- the best down syndrome awareness videos
- support businesses that belong to down syndrome
- ….and speaking of which, come and buy me a t-shirt!
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