Meet David - a boy with Down syndrome. David invites readers to learn about Down syndrome from his perspective, helping them to understand what Down syndrome is and how it affects his daily life. He explains that he sometimes needs extra help at home and school and suggests ways that those around him can help him to feel supported.

This illustrated book is ideal for young people aged 7 upwards, as well as parents, friends, teachers, social workers and other professionals working with children with Down syndrome. It is also an excellent starting point for family and classroom discussions.

This book is part of a book series called Can I Tell You About? .

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2015 by Jessica Kingsley Publishers .

Elizabeth Elliott has been a trustee for the Downs Syndrome Research Foundation UK for over 15 years and is their current Chair. She has liaised and worked with professionals and families to explain, lobby for, and educate about DS. She is a child and adolescent psychiatrist based in London, UK. Award winning author Sophia Bennett writes YA fiction about girls discovering their inner power. She is inspired by creativity, courage and kindness and explores the worlds of artists, musicians and adventurers who change the world. Manjit Thapp is an illustrator whose work combines digital and traditional media. She uses layered textures and patterns to create her illustrations and is interested in exploring female characters.

This book has the following chapters: Introduction. 1. Introducing David who has Down syndrome. 2. What is it like to have Down syndrome?. 3. What I like to do. 4. Playing with other children. 5. In my classroom. 6. Telling the class about Down syndrome. 7. How other children can help. 8. How teachers can help. 9. How parents can help. 10. How my brother and sister can help. Recommended reading and websites.