Down+Syndrome

This pathfinder is useful in finding information on DOWN SYNDROME. __I. Introduction and Background__ You may begin reading on a general knowledge of Down Syndrome. World Book Online has articles, posters and reports. Use your WB Online username and Password to access the information.

__II. Specific Task: Resources for siblings with Down Syndrome__ See the advocacy to build awareness and understand Down Syndrome in the Philippines. Down Syndrome Association of the Philippines Inc.

__III. Resources in BA Library__ Project Muse has journal articles on Down Syndrome.

__IV. Information Resources Related to the Subject__ Mr. Eugene Evasco, award winning Palanca writer, has written Federico, a story on Down Syndrome. Told from the perspective of a young boy, it celebrates the friendship he has with an older boy with Down Syndrome. The book is published by Adarna House.

__V. Search Aids__ Search terms - Down Syndrome Subject headings - Children disabilities, Down Syndrome, Down Syndrome -- Social aspects