I teach a class at my church for 4 year olds. We have a 4 year old girl with Downs Syndrome who spends half of her time between the 3 and 4 year old classes during the night. The children do not know what to think about her and call her "baby" since she is half their size. For many "mary" is the first handicapped child they have met.
I want to find a book, video, or anything to help the kids understand that even though Mary is different from them, she is still the same. I do not want these children to be afraid, or end up staring at people in stores when they are older, or worse feeling like it's ok to make fun of people who are handicapped in some way. I need help explaining to the kids in an age appropriate manner and would appreciate any suggestions.
2006-09-06
16:17:56
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