This compilation of 56 encouraging and eye-opening short writings by a variety of authors across the globe celebrates the lives of people living with Down syndrome. Together with 56 inspiring "slice of life" photos, these candid true stories, including the renowned "Welcome to Holland," provide inspiration and connection. Parents and families of children living with Down syndrome will discover a wealth of positivity and valuable guidance. Special education teachers, social workers, mental health professionals, and policy makers will find helpful information and insight from stories regarding behavioral health. And anyone who is looking to learn more about Down syndrome will discover a world full of possibilities they never knew existed. "This book will inspire you and show you so many positive things." --kellysthoughtsonthings.com "There's always a book out there, which not only makes you realize things but it can tug at your heartstrings. Reasons to Smile: Celebrating People Living with Down Syndrome, is just that book." --blogher.com "Editors Andrea Knauss and Elizabeth Martins have assembled stories from all over the world, and in so doing, they have helped others to understand that a child with developmental disabilities attributable to Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome) is still a valuable and lovable person-that parents need not fear welcoming this new life intotheir hearts and home." --Kathy Schiffer, Seasons of Grace "We all can learn from other people's accomplishments, their struggles, their life stories. Reasons to Smile is jam-packed with deep, heartfelt emotion that everyone can learn from." --MommyRantings.org Andrea Knauss and Elizabeth Martins are from Philadelphia. Andrea works in counseling, and Elizabeth works in publishing. Keith Harris is the father of Tim Harris, owner of Tim's Place, the first restaurant in the US owned by a person with Down syndrome. Elizabeth Martins is from Philadelphia and works in publishing and enjoys the written word. Keith Harris is the father of Tim Harris, owner of Tim's Place, the first restaurant in the US owned by a person with Down syndrome.