Wouldn't Change a Thing - A resource for World Down Syndrome Day

Welcome to our Wouldn’t Change a Thing schools’ resource pack for schools celebrating diversity on World Down Syndrome Day! (21st March)

PLEASE NOTE that if you have a child with Down syndrome in your setting please make sure you contact the family and discuss any plans for World Down Syndrome Day or using this material and respect their opinions. Their child may NOT be aware they have Down syndrome and the family may NOT want Down syndrome to be highlighted.

The ideas and resources can be used without mentioning Down syndrome explicitly. It can be used at other times of the year to promote diversity, inclusion and to celebrate uniqueness.

Pack includes:

• Welcome
• Frequently asked Questions - a guide to Down syndrome for staff.
• A leaflet aimed at primary aged children.
• Lots of Socks - World Down Syndrome Day sample letter for families.
• Activity ideas - can be adapted for a wider audience but aimed at primary-aged children
• Photocopiable resources - Profile pages, sock outlines and word searches.