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Inspired by the author's son, the story of a boy with Down syndrome who goes on a superhero's journey to New York City and learns what truly makes him unstoppable.Jamie likes to pretend he's a superhero. With his cape and gadgets, he feels like he can face anything. When his picture is chosen to be shown in Times Square for the NDSS Buddy Walk®, his family travels to New York City to see it. As he makes his way through the loud, busy, unfamiliar city, Jamie discovers that he doesn't have all his special tools. But he soon realizes that it isn't what he wears or the gadgets he uses that make him brave -- it's who he is inside.This uplifting story includes an author's note with information about Down syndrome.
About the Author
Joy Givens is the lucky mother of four small superheroes and the coordinator of an after-school program for resettled refugee children in Pittsburgh. She has published several award-winning short stories and writes children's and middle grade fiction to celebrate the fresh, fierce, fantastic side of life. Joy also enjoys singing and listening to most genres of music, cooking for family and friends, volunteering in her church and neighborhood, and curling up with a good book and good coffee.
