Archive for the ‘Books’ Category
The Son in Her Heart
No one could ever say that Betty Rowe had it easy, raising six children in the bush from the 1950s, one of them with Down syndrome. But Betty always looked for the positives in the challenges she faced, and perhaps the greatest of these has been helping her now adult…
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21 Stories for World Down Syndrome Day
Every year in March, Down syndrome Australia share 21 stories, I felt very happy and honoured when they asked me to share something. Day 17: Peter Rowe Artist Peter Rowe says being connected to your community is very important. He shares what it has been like to stay connected this…
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Disability Law Qld:SPOTLIGHT
We would like to introduce you to Peter Rowe is a Sunshine Coast contemporary artist of extraordinary abilities. Born with Down Syndrome and other conditions that limit his ability to speak, Peter communicates through his art. Peter has been using his art as a therapy since 2003 to assist with overcoming post traumatic…
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Inspiring a new generation of Artist’s
My Weekly Preview chats to author, illustrator and motivational speaker Peter Rowe about his love of art. What is the value of art in children’s lives? I believe art is incredibly valuable in children’s lives. It allows them the opportunity to tap into their natural creativity, without fear of judgment,…
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Schools get ready for story time
ALL Sunshine Coast schools, pre-schools and child care centres in the region are invited to join in Storytime on April 12-13. The book to be read is Josh Gets Lost, that is written and illustrated by local author and artist Peter Rowe. Peter has written four books in the Josh…
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