Purposefully Joyful – Children’s Book About Down Syndrome, Inclusion & Kindness (Hardcover – Preorder)

Purposefully Joyful

Preorder available, ships early 2027

A heartwarming children’s book about inclusion, kindness, and discovering the power of sharing joy.

Written by Sara Lewis Hartley • Illustrated by SK Artista

Lucy is a joyful and kindhearted fourth grader who sees the world in her own beautiful way. Lucy has Down syndrome, and while some things may take her a little longer to learn, she never runs out of reasons to smile.

When her teacher, Ms. Purse, asks Lucy to lead a kindness project for the class, Lucy suddenly feels unsure of herself. What if she isn’t big enough for the job?

With encouragement from her friends and the quiet strength of her optimistic spirit, Lucy begins to discover that leadership doesn’t come from being the fastest or the smartest—it comes from kindness, courage, and believing in yourself.

Told in heartfelt rhyme and brought to life with vibrant illustrations, Purposefully Joyful celebrates the beauty of inclusion and reminds children that joy grows stronger when we share it with others.

✨ Through Lucy’s journey, children will learn to:

• Embrace differences as unique strengths
• Lead with compassion and confidence
• Discover joy in everyday moments
• Recognize that kindness connects us all

Part of the Purposefully Me™ Series, this uplifting hardcover encourages empathy, inclusion, and the celebration of every child’s unique gifts.

Perfect for parents, teachers, counselors, therapists, and classrooms supporting inclusive communities and celebrating neurodiversity.

📘 Book Details:

• Hardcover
• 8.5 x 10 inches
• Approx. 32 pages
• Full color interior
• Ideal for ages 5–10

🎯 Themes: Down Syndrome • Inclusion • Kindness • Leadership • Joy • Empathy

📦 Preorder Information:

This title is available for preorder and will ship upon release in early 2027.