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Down Syndrome Out Loud - 20+ True Stories of Disability and Determination

English · Hardback

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''In a society that often overlooks those with intellectual and developmental disabilities...this book will inspire readers to befriend and champion people with Down syndrome.'' - JACQUELINE JODL, Special Olympics International In this illustrated biography collection, meet over twenty people with Down syndrome who have accomplished amazing things in their lives. Excelling in film, sports, business, photography, and more, these people are changing hearts and minds about their disability. Read about Chris Nikic, the first person with Down syndrome to complete an Ironman Triathlon, and Isabella Springmuhl Tejada, the first designer with Down syndrome invited to showcase her work at London Fashion Week. Learn about the Special Olympics, Best Buddies, and other organizations who support the Down syndrome community. Each of these stories will educate and inspire young readers, both kids with Down syndrome and their family members, friends, classmates, and teammates! Included in this book: AC Heigel Alex Bourne Alex Lee Allison Fogarty Chris Nikic Christine Lau Geoffrey Mikol Grace Key Grace Strobel Isabella Springmuhdi Tejada Jamie Brewer Jared Kozak John Cronin John Tucker Karen Gaffney Kayla McKeon Madison Trevlin Meg Ohsada Michael Holton Nick Doyle Ronnie Brown Sofia Sanchez Tommy Jessop Yulissa Arescurenaga Zack Gottsagen Special Olympics Best Buddies National Down Syndrome Society The Buddy Walk

Product details

Authors Melissa Hart, Hart Melissa
Assisted by Maria Perera (Illustration)
Publisher Sourcebooks Inc
 
Languages English
Age Recommendation ages 8 to 14
Product format Hardback
Released 03.07.2025
 
EAN 9781464216695
ISBN 978-1-4642-1669-5
No. of pages 144
Dimensions 185 mm x 235 mm x 15 mm
Subjects Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Mankind

JUVENILE NONFICTION / Biography & Autobiography / General, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Social Topics / Bullying, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Disabilities, Relating to people with Down syndrome

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