Unbound

I loved reading this book to my kids, who were immediately drawn into the heartbreaking story of Judith, a girl with Down Syndrome, who was separated from her twin sister, Joyce, and institutionalized for many years. This separation led to great pain for both sisters, until decades later, when Joyce brought Judith home, and enrolled her in an art program for differently-abled people. Slowly, Judith flourished, going on to become an artist of renown, with work displayed in museums and galleries around the world. 

This tremendous story, of the bond between sisters, the therapeutic value of the creative process, and… show more.

All people should have the opportunity to express themselves and share their gifts. Joyce Scott, writing with the help of Brie Spangler, tells the story of her twin sister, Judith Scott, who was born with Down syndrome, was deaf, and never learned to speak. Judith was institutionalized until Joyce, as an adult, was finally able to get her sister out. Joyce welcomed Judith into her home and enrolled her in an art class, hoping to give her something to enjoy. Judith astonished everyone by becoming an acclaimed artist whose work is displayed in museums and galleries around the world.

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