DOWN SYNDROME OUT LOUD
"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!
Edad recomendada: A partir de 8 años.
HART MELISSA
Melissa Hart es una autora y periodista estadounidense, reconocida por su versatilidad en la literatura juvenil, las memorias y la no ficción educativa. Es autora de la novela juvenil Avenging the Owl y de las memorias The Boys from Seventh Avenue. Ha colaborado extensamente con la serie de biografías "Who Was?" ¿Quién fue? , escribiendo sobre figuras como Jane Goodall y Malala Yousafzai. Además de su labor creativa, es docente en la Universidad de Oregón y defensora de la alfabetización mediática, utilizando sus textos para inspirar a los jóvenes lectores a través de historias reales de valentía.
