10/20/2025
October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and to honor and celebrate people with Down syndrome, two of our staff members—Inclusion Specialist Ignacio Mendoza, and Director of Marketing & Communications Dina Shadwell—share two books that help educate readers about living with Down syndrome.
The Ups and Downs of a Very Special Superhero
by Melissa Brown, illustrated by Madeleine Harvey
Appropriate for all readers, especially elementary school ages.
https://www.specialupsanddowns.com/store
Down Syndrome Out Loud
by Melissa Hart illustrated by María Perera.
Appropriate for young adults, adults, parents, teachers, anyone who wants to know more about people living out loud with Down syndrome.
https://www.melissahart.com/down-syndrome-out-loud
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