Hannah's Down Syndrome Superpowers


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Hannah, superhero princess, explains her Down Syndrome superpowers, how they affect her, and how she's more like other kids than different.




Taking Down Syndrome to School


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This beautifully illustrated and fun-to-read storybook simplifies and normalizes a complicated childhood condition. When read aloud, other children can identify why a peer may be treated differently and begin to empathize with them. In addition, children whose conditions set them apart as being different begin to feel accepted and safe.




The Good Hawk (Shadow Skye, Book One)


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"Agatha is a Hawk, brave and fierce, who patrols the high walls of her island home. She takes pride in her duties, though some in her clan whisper that she has only been given them to keep her out of the way, because of the condition she was born with. Jaime, thoughtful and anxious, is an Angler, but he hates the sea. To make matters worse, he's been chosen for a duty that has been outlawed by the clan for generations: to marry. The elders won't say why they have promised him to a girl from a neighboring island, but there are rumors of approaching danger. When disaster strikes and the clan is kidnapped, it is up to Agatha and Jaime to travel across mainland Scotia, a land devastated by a mysterious plague, where forgotten magic and dark secrets lurk in every shadow..."--Page [2] of cover.




Katie Can


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Katie has Down Syndrome, but that's not what makes her so special. Find out what makes Katie unique. This title focuses on sight words, decoding, and retelling.




47 Strings


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A mother describes how her daughter Tessa has Down syndrome in terms her son can understand.




We'll Paint the Octopus Red


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Story about Emma whose baby brother has Down Syndrome. Suitable for ages 3-6.




Nathan's Autism Spectrum Superpowers


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A young boy named Nathan explains about his Autism Spectrum superpowers, how they affect him, and ways friends can help out when his superpowers spiral out of control.




My Friend Has Down Syndrome


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Told from a child's point of view, explains the causes of Down syndrome and describes the things people with the condition can do, and the ways in which they, just like other people, may need help.




My Friend Isabelle


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Isabelle and Charlie are friends. They both like to draw, dance, read, and play at 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 tale encourages readers to think about what makes a friendship special. My Friend Isabelle also opens the door for young children to ask about differences and the world around them. It's a wonderful story to read at bedtime or to share at school. Lively full colour illustrations dovetail beautifully with the text to bring the simple story to life.




Ben's Adventures


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