Concept: Dolls with Down syndrome.
Reason: Foster a better understanding of kids with chromosomal
disorders; give kids toys that are a reflection of themselves/their
families.
Useful?: Very, especially for families of kids with Down syndrome and providers of services to kids with special needs.
Result: Freak show.
No,
no, not because the doll makers created 16" plastic dolls with typical
facial features of a child with Down syndrome. Some of the dolls have
slightly protruding tongues, all have eyes with the upward and outward
slant and epicanthal fold.
The problem is ...
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