Books Written by those with Down syndrome

Did you know that there are books written by people with Down syndrome?

There are!

For another day of Down syndrome Awareness Month, I'll share three books written by individuals with Down syndrome. 

• Black Day: The Monster Rock Band Hardcover – June 20, 2015                     

by Marcus Sikora with Mardra Sikora     

This is a children's book written by Marcus, an individual with Down syndrome, and his mom. The book has a sweet message of acceptance with an unique approach.

• I am Happy to Be Me- 2014

by Sean Adams  

This is a lovely story filled with pictures and a description of Sean's life.  It is a short read which would be suitable for classrooms, awareness talks, or conversation starters with siblings. My husband picked this book up at a Down syndrome conference and even got it signed by the author.

• Count Us In: Growing Up with Down Syndrome -March 5, 2007

by Jason Kingsley, Mitchell Levitz

This is the only book listed here that I have not yet personally read. From what I understand, this book is a series of dialogues between 2 males with Down syndrome who share their thoughts, feelings, dreams, and issues in life.

Check these books and increase your understanding of those with Down syndrome!

This post is for Down syndrome Awareness Month where bloggers write for all 31 days of October for Trisomy 21. I am part of this 31 for 21 challenge. During the month of October, the NDSS asks that we celebrate people with Down syndrome and make others aware of abilities and accomplishments. Individuals with Down syndrome have abilities that need to be celebrated!