This PowerPoint presentation is designed to raise awareness and promote understanding of Down syndrome in a respectful, inclusive, and engaging way. It can be used in a whole-school assembly or classroom setting, and is suitable for students of all ages.
A informative and well organised A3 document that aims to support teachers in differentiation for students with Down syndrome. This document includes:
A definition of Down syndrome
Common symptoms for Down syndrome
Preferred language
Classroom strategies
Physical support strategies
Communication and Language strategies
A brief A4 resource outlining Down’s Syndrome; comorbidities, chracteristics, statistics, and definitions. This is ideal for printing, postering, clinical contexts, and training purposes :)
note: The cover image is blurred deliberately, the original pdf is not !
Down Syndrome Awareness Day Activities – 7 Pages
This 7-page resource pack is designed to help children learn about and celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Day in an engaging and age-appropriate way.
Activities include:
Sock-themed colouring sheets
Matching and designing odd socks
Counting socks and recording results in a tally or grid
Worksheets that encourage discussion and raise awareness in a child-friendly format
Ideal for Early Years and KS1, these activities support personal, social and emotional development while promoting inclusion and understanding in the classroom.
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March 21st marks World Down Syndrome Day - a chance to celebrate people with Trisomy 21 and their achievements. Over the years we have made films with Shabang’s Up CLub Drama group (featuring Ruben Reuter from CBBC’s The Dumping Ground and Channel 4 News ) to help raise awareness and shift perceptions.
This resource gives you access to those films. They are short and sharp and excellent for whole school assemblies.
Integrating pupils with Down's syndrome into mainstream classes. At Plashet School in east London, every effort is made to include Amina, a 14-year-old pupil with Down's syndrome, into appropriate mainstream classes.
Find out how Amina is able to be included in a variety of typical school classes, with the school also responding to her individual needs with targeted one-to-one sessions.
This programme features a practical science lesson, focussed maths and reading support, plus a 'lifeskills' lesson that prepares the Year 10 pupils for work experience attachments.
At Plashet School in east London, every effort is made to include Amina, a 14-year-old pupil with Down's syndrome, into appropriate mainstream classes.
This guide gives examples of successful inclusion of young people with Down's syndrome in secondary schools. Case studies cover five young people in different schools
Practical examples are given of strategies and curriculum resources and of how the schools have worked to overcome any difficulties.
This resource will be of interest to secondary schools wanting to develop their inclusive practice and to parents of children with Down&'s syndrome. It is a useful complement to the DSA Education Support Packs showing how the principles can be applied in practice
This guide gives examples of successful inclusion of children with Down's syndrome in primary schools. Case studies cover five children in different primary schools.
Practical examples are given of strategies and learning materials and how the schools have worked to overcome any difficulties.
This resource will be of interest to primary schools wanting to develop their inclusive practice and to parents of children with Down&'s syndrome. It is a useful complement to the DSA Education Support Packs showing how the principles can be applied in practice
Down Syndrome UK (DSUK) presents this information poster, which includes some key information about Down syndrome, some helpful advice and some links for those who would like to find out more or seek support.
This guide gives examples of successful inclusion of young people with Down's syndrome in further education and employment.
Case studies cover four young people in different schools, colleges and work settings. Practical examples are given of how the schools and colleges have worked with young people and their families to develop independence.
This resource will be of interest to parents and to secondary schools and colleges wanting to develop their inclusive practice. It is a useful complement to the DSA Education Support Packs showing how the principles can be applied in practice
This guide gives examples of successful inclusion of young children with Down's syndrome in early years
settings. Case studies cover three children in different settings.
Practical examples are given of strategies and how the settings have worked to overcome any difficulties.
This resource will be of interest to pre-school settings wanting to develop their inclusive practice and to
parents of children with Down&'s syndrome. It is a useful complement to the DSA Education Support Packs
showing how the principles can be applied in practice
Down Syndrome Awareness Celebration|World Down Syndrome Day Poster/Colouring Sheet| Celebrate World Down Syndrome Awareness Day with our ‘Coloring Collaborative Poster.’ This activity is perfect for students of all ages and abilities. It combines the joy of coloring with the educational benefits of promoting awareness about Down Syndrome.
Key Features: This poster features a unique design that is both engaging and informative. It provides a platform for students to express their creativity while learning about an important cause.
What’s Included: The product includes a high-resolution PDF of the poster, divided into sections for easy participant coloring. Detailed guidelines for assembly are also provided.
Benefits for Students: This activity promotes teamwork and collaboration as students work together to create a beautiful piece of art. It also serves as a springboard for discussions about Down Syndrome, fostering empathy and understanding.
Ideal for: This product is ideal for classrooms focusing on social studies or inclusive education. It’s also perfect for school-wide celebrations of World Down Syndrome Awareness Day.
License Information: This poster is intended for personal, educational, non-commercial use only.
Conclusion: Engage your students with the ‘World Down Syndrome Awareness Day Coloring Collaborative Poster’ and let them discover the power of unity and the importance of inclusivity through art. This product is not just a fun activity, but also a meaningful learning experience. Order now and make your classroom a more inclusive space!
► Large Poster
► Pop Art Style
►JIGSAW PUZZLE
►INSTANT DOWNLOAD
25 A4 COLORING PAGES+ HOW TO USE IN ONE PDF FILE
Celebrate World Down Syndrome Awareness Day with our ‘Coloring Collaborative Poster.’ This activity is perfect for students of all ages and abilities. It combines the joy of coloring with the educational benefits of promoting awareness about Down Syndrome.
Key Features: This poster features a unique design that is both engaging and informative. It provides a platform for students to express their creativity while learning about an important cause.
What’s Included: The product includes a high-resolution PDF of the poster, divided into sections for easy participant coloring. Detailed guidelines for assembly are also provided.
Benefits for Students: This activity promotes teamwork and collaboration as students work together to create a beautiful piece of art. It also serves as a springboard for discussions about Down Syndrome, fostering empathy and understanding.
Ideal for: This product is ideal for classrooms focusing on social studies or inclusive education. It’s also perfect for school-wide celebrations of World Down Syndrome Awareness Day.
License Information: This poster is intended for personal, educational, non-commercial use only.
Conclusion: Engage your students with the ‘World Down Syndrome Awareness Day Coloring Collaborative Poster’ and let them discover the power of unity and the importance of inclusivity through art. This product is not just a fun activity, but also a meaningful learning experience. Order now and make your classroom a more inclusive space!
Down Syndrome Awareness Celebration|World Down Syndrome Day Poster/Colouring Sheet| Celebrate World Down Syndrome Awareness Day with our ‘Coloring Collaborative Poster.’ This activity is perfect for students of all ages and abilities. It combines the joy of coloring with the educational benefits of promoting awareness about Down Syndrome.
Key Features: This poster features a unique design that is both engaging and informative. It provides a platform for students to express their creativity while learning about an important cause.
What’s Included: The product includes a high-resolution PDF of the poster, divided into sections for easy participant coloring. Detailed guidelines for assembly are also provided.
Benefits for Students: This activity promotes teamwork and collaboration as students work together to create a beautiful piece of art. It also serves as a springboard for discussions about Down Syndrome, fostering empathy and understanding.
Ideal for: This product is ideal for classrooms focusing on social studies or inclusive education. It’s also perfect for school-wide celebrations of World Down Syndrome Awareness Day.
License Information: This poster is intended for personal, educational, non-commercial use only.
Conclusion: Engage your students with the ‘World Down Syndrome Awareness Day Coloring Collaborative Poster’ and let them discover the power of unity and the importance of inclusivity through art. This product is not just a fun activity, but also a meaningful learning experience. Order now and make your classroom a more inclusive space!
► Large Poster
► Pop Art Style
►JIGSAW PUZZLE
►INSTANT DOWNLOAD
25 A4 COLORING PAGES+ HOW TO USE IN ONE PDF FILE
A creative craft pack for World Down Syndrome Day (21 March). Children design colourful socks, colour them in and cut them out as a way to celebrate individuality, diversity and belonging. A meaningful yet simple activity for schools, nurseries or at home.
This is what you get:
6 socks with different patterns
2 blank sock templates (one facing left and one facing right) for children to design their own socks
Simply print, colour and cut out the socks. This printable craft set is ideal for classroom use, early years settings or home learning, and offers a child-friendly way to mark World Down Syndrome Day and start conversations about differences and inclusion.
Make World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st extra special with a fun and engaging Lots of Socks scavenger hunt! This activity is perfect for classrooms, homes, or community events, combining creativity, movement, and learning about inclusion and diversity.
How It Works
Print and cut out the 16 Lots of Socks cards.
Hide the cards around your home, classroom, or event space.
Give children the checklist with all the sock designs.
Let the hunt begin! Children search for the socks and check them off as they find each one.
What’s Included?
16 colourful sock cards with fun and mismatched designs
A printable checklist for tracking progress during the hunt
Perfect for:
Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day in a fun and active way
Teaching about diversity and inclusion through play
Engaging children in a hands-on learning experience
Instant download- Lots of socks with a playful scavenger hunt!
This child-friendly assembly PowerPoint is designed to raise awareness and celebrate individuals with Down’s Syndrome during Down’s Syndrome Awareness Month (October). Suitable for both KS1 and KS2, this presentation promotes understanding, kindness, and inclusion across the school community.
Includes slides on:
What Down’s Syndrome is
How it might affect someone
What it’s like to have Down’s Syndrome
How we can be great friends and allies
Myth-busting, reflection and thank you slides
This ready-to-use resource is ideal for whole-school assemblies, class discussions, or PSHE lessons. It encourages empathy and helps pupils understand that different doesn’t mean less.
A ready-to-use whole-school assembly PowerPoint created to support Down’s Syndrome Awareness Week and promote kindness, understanding and inclusion within primary schools. Suitable for KS1 and KS2 pupils, this engaging assembly helps children learn about differences, celebrate abilities and understand how to build supportive and inclusive friendships.
What’s Included
Fully prepared PowerPoint assembly
Age-appropriate and sensitive explanations
Inclusive, child-friendly language
Opportunities for discussion and reflection
Suitable for whole-school or phase assemblies
No preparation required – simply open and present
Assembly Content
Introduction to Down’s Syndrome Awareness Week and why it is celebrated
Understanding Down syndrome in a simple, accessible way
Messages of kindness, respect and inclusion
Facts about learning, growth and individual strengths
Celebrating achievements and recognising challenges with empathy
How schools and communities celebrate awareness week
Practical ways pupils can include and support others:
Being kind and respectful
Including everyone in activities
Asking questions appropriately
Showing patience and encouragement
Simple explanation of genetic differences and chromosomes
Celebrating talents through sport, art and creativity
The importance of friendship, empathy and acceptance
Ideal For
Whole-school assemblies
PSHE and personal development
Inclusion and diversity education
SEND awareness
Values and wellbeing focus weeks
Key Stage Suitability
KS1 and KS2
Easily adaptable for different age groups