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Down Syndrome Bibliography

Books

Bruni, M. (2006). Fine motor skills for children with Down syndrome: A guide for parents and professionals. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number: 20.1. B78 2006)

Chicoine, B., & McGuire, D. E. (2010). The guide to good health for teens & adults with Down syndrome. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number:40.1 .C52)

Cohen, W.I. (2002). Down syndrome: Visions for the 21st century. New York: Wiley-Liss. (Call Number:20.1 .D68)

Horstmeier, D. (2004). Teaching math to people with Down syndrome and other hands-on learners. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number: 44 .H67 bk.1)

Kumin, L. (2001). Classroom language skills for children with Down syndrome: A guide for parents and teachers. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number: 40.1 .K85)

Kumin, L. (2003). Early communication skills for children with Down syndrome: A guide for parents and professionals (2nd ed.). Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number: 40.1 .D852 2003)

MacDonald, J.D. (2004). Communicating partners: 30 years of building responsive relationships with late-talking children including autism, Asperger's syndrome (ASD), Down syndrome, and typical development: Development guides for professionals and parents. Philadelphia, PA: Jessica Kingsley Publishers. (Call Number: 42.1 .M23)

McGuire, D.E. (2006). Mental wellness in adults with Down syndrome: A guide to emotional and behavioral strengths and challenges. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number: 20.1 .M53)

Medlen, J.E.G. (2002). The Down syndrome nutrition handbook: A guide to promoting healthy lifestyles. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number: 40.1 .M44)

Palmer, G. (2005). Adventures in the mainstream: Coming of age with Down syndrome. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number: 20.1 .P35)

Parker, V. (2011). I know someone with Down syndrome. Chicago, IL: Heinemann Library.

Pueschel, S.M. (2006). Adults with Down syndrome. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Pub. Co. (Call Number: 20.1 .P8)

Rondal, J.A. (2004). The adult with Down syndrome: A new challenge for society. Philadelphia, PA: Whurr. (Call Number: 20.1 .A38)

Soper, K.L. (Ed.). (2007). Gifts: Mothers reflect on how children with Down syndrome enrich their lives. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number: 20.1 .G5)

World Congress on Down Synrdome. (2002). Down syndrome across the life-span. Philadelphia, PA: Whurr. (Call Number: 20.1 .D6)

Children's Books

Pitzer, M.W. (2004). I can, can you? Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number: 6 .P58)

Rickert, J. E. (2000). Russ and the almost perfect day. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number: 6 .R533)

Rickert, J.E. (2000). Russ and the firehouse. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number: 6 .R532)

Stuve-Bodeen, S. (2005). The best worst brother. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number: 6 .S886)

Tupper, L. N., & Bersani, S. (2009). My sister, Alicia May. Raynham Center, MA: Pleasant St. Press. (Call Number: 20.1 .L5)

Woloson, E. (2003). My friend Isabelle. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Call Number: 6 .W65)

Videos

Goodwin, T.C., & Wurzburg, G. (2003). Down syndrome in the inclusive classroom [videorecording]. Princeton, NJ: Films for the Humanities & Sciences. (Call Number: 40.1 .D6)

Schermerhorn, W. (2004). Down syndrome: The first 18 months [videorecording]. Blueberry Shoes Production. (Call Number: 20.1 .S3)

World Educational Resources. (2004). Downs syndrome: What teachers need to know [videorecording]. Ft. Lauderdale, FL: Education 2000. (Call Number: 40.1. E6)

Websites

Indiana Down Syndrome Foundation
http://www.indianadsf.org/
"The mission of the Indiana Down Syndrome Foundation is to serve as a helpful resource providing information, support, and activities that combined or individually promote growth and participation of people with Down syndrome in their community."

MedlinePlus: Down Syndrome
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/downsyndrome.html
Medline Plus offers reliable, authoritive information about Down Syndrome. Information is catagorized for quick access to just the information you need! Subjects covered include: The Basics, Alternative Therapies, Clinical Trials, Organizations and much much more.

National Association for Down Syndrome
http://www.nads.org/
"NADS is the oldest organization in the country serving individuals with Down syndrome and their families. It was founded in Chicago in 1961 by parents who chose to go against medical advice and raised their children with Down syndrome at home." On this website you will find: general information about Down Syndrome, resources, links, information about local support groups and more.

National Down Syndrome Society
http://www.ndss.org/
"The National Down Syndrome Society envisions a world in which all people with Down syndrome have the opportunity to realize their life aspirations. NDSS is committed to being the national leader in enhancing the quality of life, and realizing the potential of all people with Down syndrome." Here you can find a wealth of information about topics such as education, health and down syndrome in the news.