Guest guest Posted December 16, 2003 Report Share Posted December 16, 2003 COUNT US IN – GROWING UP WITH DOWN SYNDROME JASON KINGSLEY AND MITCHELL LEVITZ WITH A FOREWORD BY JOAN GANZ COONEY From School Library Journal YA-Written by two young men with Down's Syndrome, this book will open eyes and touch the heart. The interview style is involving as the authors discuss their friendship, having Down's Syndrome, marriage, children, becoming independent, and their hopes and dreams for the future. They speak openly about how people have treated them differently because of their disorder and how they feel about it. The book is occasionally a challenge to read since the authors speak in unusual syntax. Black-and-white photographs from family albums appear in a center insert. Curious teens and friends and family members of the disabled will feel the emotions of these two remarkable young men and learn how they work to cope and to succeed. Craig, W.T. Woodson High School, Fairfax, VA Copyright 1994 Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition. From Booklist Kingsley and Levitz write about education, employment, ambitions, families, sex and marriage, and their disability--Down syndrome--in a dialogue format. At 's birth, the obstetrician said that he'd never learn anything and should be institutionalized. Fortunately, the Kingsleys ignored this advice, and their son has since attended school, written poetry, registered to vote, and memorized scripts for appearances on " Sesame Street " and " The Fall Guy. " is an equally successful young man whose mother was one of the founders of the Parent Assistance Committee on Down Syndrome. Hearing about Down syndrome directly from these young men has a good deal more impact than reading any guide from a professional or even a parent. Their comments are eye-opening and heartening. Donavin --This text refers to the Hardcover edition. Synopsis Two young Down's syndrome patients discuss their experiences growing up with a developmental disability, and reveal their thoughts and feelings on friendship, school, careers, marriage, independence, and other topics. Comments ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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