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Books and films now available direct from US distributor

Photograph of Down Syndrome Issues and Information books and binder.Customers in the US can now obtain the Trust's publications on all aspects of education and development with reduced shipping, direct from a US reseller. Many Trust publications are now available including the authoritative Down Syndrome Issues and Information series of books and the Down Syndrome in Practice series of films.

The Trust is working with Phronesis Publishing in Oregon to enable families and professionals throughout the USA to obtain publications quickly and easily, and with reduced shipping costs.

The books in the Down Syndrome Issues and Information series that are available include current and authoritative information and advice out many aspects of development and education from birth to adult life. Topics covered include early development, speech and communication, language, reading, memory, motor skills, social development, effective inclusive practice, curriculum adaptation and adult living.

The Trust's Down Syndrome in Practice DVDs and Speech and Language Checklists are also now stocked by Phronesis Publishing for swift dispatch to North American customers. The popular Down Syndrome in Practice films include Inclusion in Practice, illustrating how inclusive primary education for children with Down syndrome works in practice, Development in Practice - Activities for Babies, illustrating practical activities to promote the development for babies, and Development in Practice - Speech and Language activities, illustrating activities to promote early communication and language development.

About Phronesis Publishing

Phronesis Publishing is a family-run company that aims to positively impact the quality of life for people with developmental disabilities - at all ages and stages of life - and their families by providing useful tools for families, professionals, and people with disabilities. Run by nutrition expert, Joan Medlen, Phronesis Publishing supports the work of Creating Solutions, publisher of Disability Solutions and creator of The Down Syndrome-Autism Internet Information Center.

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