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Congratulations and welcome! We are very happy that you have found us and want to participate in our community. The goal here at DownSyndrome.com is to advance the understanding, research and acceptance of and for people with Down Syndrome . There are many fantastic organizations Worldwide that help forward understanding and possibilities loved ones who have a little extra something special. DownSyndrome.com will expand on the work these groups do by providing an interactive platform that compiles information and allows interested individuals to share and participate with their own experiences and questions. Please feel free to explore and enjoy DownSyndrome.com.

Dolls With Down Syndrome May Help Kids

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"Kids really take a lot of comfort from these dolls. It's wonderful if they can find one that they relate to on an emotional level." Gina Lozito, a certified child-life specialist at Golisano Children's Hospital in Syracuse, N.Y., uses dolls on a daily basis with her patients in the Read More

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How to Raise a Child With Down Syndrome

Trisomy 21, better known as Down syndrome, is the most common chromosomal abnormality in humans. People with Down syndrome vary widely in how they are affected, but health problems and lagging development are common. Children with Down syndrome are special needs children who require special Read More

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New online – an overview of education for individuals with Down syndrome

July 22, 2008

This book by Sue Buckley and Gillian Bird reviews the development of educational provision for children with Down syndrome. It details research comparing the outcomes from inclusive and special schools,... Share and Enjoy: Read More

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New online - Reading and writing overview

July 22, 2008

This book, available free online, summarises what we know about the development of reading and writing skills for children with Down syndrome, drawing on a review of published research. In... Share and Enjoy: Read More

This book, available free online, summarises what we know about the development of reading and writing skills for children with Down syndrome, drawing on a review of published research. In...

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Literacy skills

July 4, 2008

Reading is often a strength for young people with Down syndrome, yet not every child with Down syndrome excels at reading, nor are the optimal teaching methods clear. This Review... Share and Enjoy: Read More

Reading is often a strength for young people with Down syndrome, yet not every child with Down syndrome excels at reading, nor are the optimal teaching methods clear. This Review...

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