My friend has Down syndrome
By: Moore-Mallinos, Jennifer.
Contributor(s): Fabrega, Marta.
Publisher: Hauppauge, NY Barron's 2008Description: 31 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.ISBN: 9780764140761.Subject(s): DOWN SYNDROME
| FRIENDSHIPS | JUVENILE LITERATURESummary: "A story about two children who meet at summer camp and the warm friendship that develops between then despite the fact that one of them has Down syndrome." - BOOK JACKET
Beautifully illustrated by Marta Fabrega.Review: This is a delightful picture book introduction to Down syndrome which tells the story of the developing friendship between two young girls who meet for the first time at summer camp. They play, make music and enjoy craft time together. It is through these activities that they discover each of them has special abilities and strengths.
Consideration is given as to how other children perceive those with a disability. Is it catching? How should I behave? What will this person do? are just some of the questions that become part of a classroom discussion.
This book would be very useful for any situation where children are learning to share their lives with those who have Down syndrome
| Item type | Current library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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| Book | IHC Library | 900.73 MOO (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | W000086 |
"A story about two children who meet at summer camp and the warm friendship that develops between then despite the fact that one of them has Down syndrome." - BOOK JACKET
Beautifully illustrated by Marta Fabrega.
This is a delightful picture book introduction to Down syndrome which tells the story of the developing friendship between two young girls who meet for the first time at summer camp. They play, make music and enjoy craft time together. It is through these activities that they discover each of them has special abilities and strengths.
Consideration is given as to how other children perceive those with a disability. Is it catching? How should I behave? What will this person do? are just some of the questions that become part of a classroom discussion.
This book would be very useful for any situation where children are learning to share their lives with those who have Down syndrome
Patron comment on
I really dont like the page where it says people with DS have flat faces and a small mouth. It's not correct and it gets such a wrong picture into the young readers' minds. Apart from that the book is really quite good.
Patron comment on
For my 6 year old to understand more about her 2 1/2 yr old brother's condition
Patron comment on
Not as good as other books received. Pics too arty - like the real person pics.
Patron comment on 20/05/2015
This is an excellent book. The portrayal of DS is lovely. It has a very positive tone.It explains that we are all different and Tammy actually is able to teach her friend some things. Well balanced.