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Royston, Angela. 1945-

Down's syndrome / Explaining Down's syndrome Down's syndrome Angela Royston. - London : Franklin Watts, 2013. - 45 pages; colour illustrations; 27 cm. - Explaining ... .

First published: 2009.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

What is Down's syndrome? -- Changing attitudes -- Who has Down's syndrome? -- What are chromosones? -- The extra chromosone -- Individual differences -- Health problems -- Testing for Down's syndrome -- Diagnosing at birth -- Babies with Down's syndrome -- Toddlers with Down's syndrome -- At school -- Friendships and fun -- Effects on the family -- Living independently -- The future.

The Explaining series looks at a range of conditions, illnesses and disabilities that affect children and adults all over the world. The books explain why they occur, how they are diagnosed, how they affect people and how they can be treated. Explaining: Down's Syndrome will help you understand what Down's Syndrome is and how it affects people. Case studies illustrate what is like to live with Down's Syndrome and how people with it manage their conditions to live full and happy lives.

Primary, intermediate. Key Stage 3.

ISBN: 9781445117690 (pbk.) 144511769X (pbk.)

Nat. Bib. No.: GBB2A2353 bnb

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: 016186647 Uk

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Down syndrome--Patients --Juvenile literature.
Down syndrome--Juvenile literature.
Mental retardation--Juvenile literature.
People with disabilities.--Juvenile literature.

Dewey Class. No.: 362.196858842