Böcker av Melissa Hart

"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 InternationalIn 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 HeigelAlex BourneAlex LeeAllison FogartyChris NikicChristine LauGeoffrey MikolGrace KeyGrace StrobelIsabella Springmuhdi TejadaJamie BrewerJared KozakJohn CroninJohn TuckerKaren GaffneyKayla McKeonMadison TrevlinMeg OhsadaMichael HoltonNick DoyleRonnie BrownSofia SanchezTommy JessopYulissa ArescurenagaZack GottsagenSpecial OlympicsBest BuddiesNational Down Syndrome SocietyThe Buddy Walk

A touching, reflective look at one girl's struggle with the dichotomies of class, culture, and sexuality