Elliott, Elizabeth J.,

Can I tell you about down syndrome? a guide for friends, family and professionals / [electronic resource] : Elizabeth Elliott. Illustrated by Manjit Thapp. - 46 pages : illustrations (black and white) - Can I tell you about...? . - Can I tell you about...?. .

Formerly CIP.

Includes bibliographical references.

David invites readers aged 7+ to learn about down syndrome from his perspective, helping them to understand what Down syndrome is and how it affects his daily life. He tells us why he sometimes needs extra help at home and at school, and describes the ways that those around him can help him to feel supported. Meet David - a boy with Down syndrome. David invites readers to learn about Down syndrome from his perspective, helping them to understand what Down syndrome is and how it affects his daily life. He explains that he sometimes needs extra help at home and school and suggests ways that those around him can help him to feel supported. This illustrated book is ideal for young people aged 7 upwards, as well as parents, friends, teachers, social workers and other professionals working with children with Down syndrome. It is also an excellent starting point for family and classroom discussions.




Electronic reproduction.
Askews and Holts.
Mode of access: World Wide Web.

9780857009043 (e-book)


Down syndrome--Popular works.
Health and Wellbeing
Popular medicine & health
Coping with disability
Coping with illness & specific conditions
Children's / Teenage personal & social issues: Disability & special needs
Teaching of students with special educational needs
Paediatric medicine


Electronic books.