Scene-by-scene summaries of Twelfth Night, simplified to functional skills levels, with multiple choice questions. Helps secondary students with Down syndrome follow the play and check their understanding.
Ideas for teaching number sense to pupils with Down syndrome, from playful Numicon activities and sorting to the rules of counting. Supports primary staff to build understanding step by step.
Ideas for primary staff on choosing and teaching new sight words once pupils with Down syndrome know the high-frequency words, using written words to support reading, recording and spoken or signed language.
Practical classroom activities to build grip and pinch strength in pupils with Down syndrome, with tips on seating and posture for writing. Helps primary staff support early handwriting skills.
Practical advice for primary staff on planning differentiated lessons linked to the class learning objective, so pupils with Down syndrome can take part in each stage of the lesson.
A checklist for parents and nursery staff to plan a smooth handover when a child with Down syndrome starts nursery, covering feeding, health, communication, care routines and the professionals involved.
A heartfelt letter written by a mum in the voice of her five-year-old daughter, Willow, to her future teacher. It helps teachers see the child first and feel reassured about welcoming a pupil with Down syndrome.
Guidance for primary staff on which letter sounds to teach and in what order, and how to support the vocabulary behind early phonics so pupils with Down syndrome can follow the class scheme.
A guide for preschool practitioners working with a child with Down syndrome. It explains Down syndrome, the importance of language and signing, and practical ways to help each child learn and progress.
