About the Book

Three children sit around a large wooden table in a library filled with bookshelves and large windows. On the left, a girl reads a green book; in the center, Abby smiles while holding an open book; and on the right, a boy reads a blue book.

Abby Can… PLAY!

is a heartwarming children’s story that follows Abby, a young girl with Down syndrome, as she explores her world with joy, imagination, and confidence. Through simple, engaging language and colorful illustrations, the book shows children that everyone, no matter their abilities can learn, grow, and play in their own wonderful ways.

This story helps children understand that differences are natural, beautiful, and worth celebrating. It encourages empathy, kindness, and curiosity in a way that feels easy and fun.

Themes & Learning Moment

Inclusion and belonging
Understanding Down syndrome
Friendship and cooperation
Emotional expression
Celebrating strengths
Encouraging independence

Who It’s For

Children ages 3–8
Parents and caregivers
Preschool and elementary classrooms
Homeschool families
Therapists
Specialists, and early intervention teams

Sample Pages

A young girl with her eyes closed smiles happily and points to her head. Blue musical notes float in the air next to her, and a thought bubble above her head contains more black musical notes.
A smiling girl holds a blue comb near her brown hair with one hand, and holds out a red dress on a blue hanger with the other. A cup filled with more combs sits on a table beside her.
A happy young girl in a red shirt and blue skirt lovingly embraces a brown dog whose tongue is playfully hanging out. Several red hearts float in the air above them against a warm yellow background.
A smiling young girl sits on the floor playing with a brown teddy bear. Next to her, a seated boy gestures warmly toward the bear, while another boy stands behind them, smiling down at the girl.
A young girl stands with her hands clasped and eyes closed. Above her head are two thought bubbles: one showing two smiling boys, and the other showing a smiling man and woman.
A young girl wearing a blue dress sits at a wooden table, smiling as she writes in an open notebook with a blue pencil. A framed drawing of a green robot hangs on the light blue wall behind her.

Purchase Options

Available in paperback and digital formats.

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