Blessed with Extraordinary:

Blessed with Extraordinary is a heartfelt guide for caring for children with Down Syndrome from birth into independent adulthood. Linda Bonner intertwines her experiences of raising her son, Kevin, beginning with her initial grief to embracing the joy of parenting her extraordinary child with practical resources, empowering tools, and a lifelong roadmap to help you forge a clear path to a life of opportunities for you and your child.

Workbook:

The Blessed with Extraordinary workbook was created to be a companion to Blessed with Extraordinary: Support and resources for families of children with Down Syndrome. It is a place for you to record important information including contact numbers for family, physicians and specialists, your personal self-care plan, document your life planning goals for your child and so much more.

There is a place to document your answers and action plan as you consider the questions at the end of each chapter. By using this workbook, you’ll create a ready resource for you to keep handy and pick up when you need it.

It will also serve as a starting point for you to create your Letter of Intent and Life Plan for your child and your family.

Celebrating Down Syndrome Note Cards:

Show your support for the Down Syndrome community with our "Celebrating Down Syndrome" Note Card Set. This limited edition boxed set of 4 cards features classic yellow and blue colors and a message of celebrating the beauty, abilities, and contributions of individuals with Down Syndrome.

Perfect for every occasion, these cards are a great way to spread positivity and raise awareness.

See what everyone is saying!

  • Linda Bonner's storytelling is not only beautifully crafted but also incredibly moving, capturing the essence of resilience and the power of the human spirit. Her ability to weave together stories of individuals who have overcome extraordinary challenges is both heartwarming and empowering.

    Ruth Thompson - Founder of Hugs Café Inc.

  • As an expert in this field, I found Blessed with Extraordinary to be a delightful book written from a first-hand experience on how to navigate the beautiful and sometimes challenging waters of having a child with Down syndrome. I highly recommend sitting down with a cup of coffee and diving in.

    Molly Sullivan Denny, PhD - Director of Community Life at Daymark Living

  • Linda’s words and stories gave me a deeper understanding of the special journey many parents are on. The resources and encouragement that Linda shares with readers is supported by years of first-hand experience and a passion for people that is second to none. Each chapter focuses on a key piece of the disability puzzle that comes together as a very moving and informative toolkit!

    Lauren Smith - Executive Director, Hugs Café Inc.

  • As someone who has observed Linda over the years raising her son, Kevin, I know her words come from a heart that desires to empower, equip, and guide others in their unique journeys.

    Diane Haskins - Program Coordinator at Mercy College School of Nursing

  • Linda Bonner has pulled together a practical guide for families of children with Down Syndrome to help them build a truly great life. From personal knowledge, I know the time she spent finding the resources that she shares in this special book. Her personal stories provide encouragement that families will easily relate to and learn from.

    Teresa Miller Kendrick