Further Links
Websites
When your child was born you joined a network of committed and positive parents.
There are many organisations and support groups that you can approach for information and advice.
The Down Syndrome Medical Interest Group
Down Syndrome Education International
Down Syndrome Research Foundation
Down Syndrome Clinical Excellence Network
Guidance for speech and language therapists
The Makaton Charity
Language Creates Reality
A series of cards exploring the importance of language when talking about Down Syndrome.
Other Support Groups
Facebook Support Groups
SEN Magazine
SEN Magazine a lively and engaging read with articles from experts, just perfect for busy parents. No wonder it's the UK’s leading special educational needs magazine.
Click or tap on the logo below to view the SEN Magazine website.
Below is a link to our poster about Language Awareness for children with Down Syndrome. It contains useful information about talking about Down Syndrome.
If possible, please do print copies of the poster and share them with your community.
The poster has been designed to be printed on A4 paper.
Make sure you have the paper size set to A4 in your printer's settings.
Thank you!
Supporting Positive Behavior - David Stein
Teaching Children to Read - Pat Oelwein - series of Books Woodbine House
Because I Am - Redemptorist Publications
Good Children - Lynette Burrows - Fisher Press