Down Syndrome WA Library Collection

DSWA has a modest library of books, videos, DVDs and multimedia kits on many aspects of Down syndrome. The collection includes comprehensive works on Down syndrome, Early Intervention, Education, Health Issues, Puberty and Sexuality, Children's Books and Biographies, and is housed at the DSWA office in Bentley. Books may be borrowed in person or by phone during opening hours and a library officer is available to help you with your enquiries on Wednesdays between 10am - 2pm. New parents and current members may borrow items for a period of 4 weeks. Country members may borrow for a period of 6 weeks. Loans can be extended by ringing the office on 9358 3544 if they have not been reserved by another member. Non-members of DSWA may purchase a library-only membership for the price of $22.

Library News: New Books Available for Loan

Greater Expectations: Living with Down Syndrome in the 21st Century - by Jan Gothard

To read a sample chapter or to order online, visit:

www.fremantlepress.com.au/books/1232

For your order form click on

greater expectations order form Read it here.

(Copies can now be purchased from the DSWA office - $25 plus postage)

Understanding Down Syndrome: Capturing Family Experiences Through Research

The Telethon Institute for Child Health Research has recently published a booklet on family experiences with Down Syndrome.

Down Syndrome the facts by Mark Selikowitz Babies with Down Syndrome Edited by Susan J Skallerup Early Communication Skills for Children with Down Syndrome by Libby Kummin

Nina Rose and her Dancing Prince by Sandra Wise

Nina Rose and her Dancing Prince

by Sandra Wise

A beautifully worded and illustrated book (44 pages) aimed at primary school-age children. Nina Rose and Amy always loved dancing on the beach. One day they were joined by Hugh, a young friend with Down syndrome. Together they hatch a plan to help him compete in the school dance contest - and the adventure begins.

Available from DSWA in soft cover ($19.95) or hard cover ($29.95) versions. Click here for an order form or click here to go to our merchandise page.

Link to ACTIV Website:

The ACTIV Foundation Library has one of the largest information resources on disability in Australia and has a comprehensive collection of items on Down syndrome. It covers all aspects from early childhood diagnosis to aging issues. Families are welcome to use their library resources on the premises, free of charge. Membership of the ACTIV Library is available for $22 per year and this entitles you to borrow from the library. Their catalogue is available to search online at http://www.activ.asn.au/library.

The Activ Foundation Library can be found at;

327 Cambridge St

WEMBLEY WA 6014

Phone: 9387 0555

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Website: http://www.activ.asn.au/parentportal

Library Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 4.30pm.