Down Syndrome Out Loud, Melissa Hart
Down Syndrome Out Loud, Melissa Hart
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Down Syndrome Out Loud
20+ True Stories of Disability and Determination

Author: Melissa Hart

Narrator: Melissa Hart

Unabridged: 4 hr 17 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Recorded Books

Published: 07/15/2025

Synopsis

"In a society that often overlooks those with intellectual and developmental disabilities … this book will inspire readers to befriend and champion people with Down syndrome."—JACQUELINE JODL, Special Olympics International In this biography collection, meet over twenty people with Down syndrome who have accomplished amazing things in their lives. Excelling in film, sports, business, photography, and more, these people are changing hearts and minds about their disability. Read about Chris Nikic, the first person with Down syndrome to complete an Ironman Triathlon, and Isabella Springmuhl Tejada, the first designer with Down syndrome invited to showcase her work at London Fashion Week. Learn about the Special Olympics, Best Buddies, and other organizations who support the Down syndrome community. Each of these stories will educate and inspire young readers, both kids with Down syndrome and their family members, friends, classmates, and teammates! Included in this book: AC Heigel, Alex Bourne, Alex Lee, Allison Fogarty, Chris Nikic, Christine Lau, Geoffrey Mikol, Grace Key, Grace Strobel, Isabella Springmuhdi Tejada, Jamie Brewer, Jared Kozak, John Cronin, John Tucker, Karen Gaffney, Kayla McKeon, Madison Trevlin, Meg Ohsada, Michael Holton, Nick Doyle, Ronnie Brown, Sofia Sanchez, Tommy Jessop, Yulissa Arescurenaga, Zack Gottsagen, Special Olympics, Best Buddies, National Down Syndrome Society, The Buddy Walk

Reviews

Goodreads review by Vanessa on June 09, 2025

I have two major takeaways: Inclusion matters! Being a part of the regular classroom with their peers is incredibly important. The illustrations are amazing! Thank you to the author, Sourcebooks, and Goodreads for this giveaway copy that I enjoyed and will be passing along to a friend graduating as a......more

Goodreads review by Dr. T Loves Books on May 02, 2025

I received a copy of an advanced reader's copy in exchange for a review. When I saw Down Syndrome Out Loud, I was intrigued. I am always seeking engaging nonfiction, and I know this is an area of our library desperately in need of development. This book looked like it would be a great fit for our mid......more

Goodreads review by YSBR on June 06, 2025

What an amazing, inspirational book! Author Melissa Hart has written a wonderful book about individuals with Down syndrome that is an essential purchase for all libraries. We should all be seeking to increase representation of people with disabilities in our collections and this book will help achie......more

Goodreads review by Faithe on June 23, 2025

Down syndrome out loud by Melissa Hart illustrated by Maria Perera features 20+ true stories of disability and determination. This book features: Alex Bourne: the world traveler, Alex Lee: the self- advocate, Allison Fogarty: the dog treat Baker, AnnCatherine (AC) Heigl: the cheerleader, Chris nikic:......more

Goodreads review by Melanie on April 28, 2025

Melissa Hart’s collective biography evolved from her relationship with her younger brother Mark and her admiration for his ability to succeed at so much more than others believed he could. Both became advocates for those born with Down Syndrome and other Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (......more

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