Welcome to Jonathan’s Corner — also known as Jonathan’s Jam.
You’ve met Jonathan in my videos — he is one of the great joys of our family. Jonathan has Down syndrome, and he also has opinions. Strong opinions. About what he likes, what brings him joy, and what he wants in his day. So we gave him his own corner of the house. The picks below are the things that make Jonathan’s world go around — items that support his independence, bring him sensory joy, and let him be fully himself. Some of these you’ll see in our family videos. All of them have his highest endorsement.
If you have a loved one with Down syndrome or any developmental difference, I hope this corner is helpful. Jonathan is the only Jonathan, but the items here may spark ideas for the people you love too.
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Jonathan’s Picks
- 44lbs/24H Soft Chewable Pebble Ice Machine, (Silver)
• Jonathan LOVES ice. Ice water is his thing and he is very serious about it — full of ice, always. This nugget ice maker has built-in refrigeration so the ice stays cold, and a dispenser lever Jon can use completely on his own. He fills it. He dispenses his own ice. He is fully independent and fully happy. All the ice he wants, whenever he wants it. Jon gives this his highest possible endorsement. 🎶
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• Jon uses his iPad to listen to his music and to watch videos, but he especially LOVES face timing with his grandma and grandpa, his sister, or all of his friends. This is his primary means of communication!
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• This protective case keeps Jon's iPad safe. And it has a built in stand so he can have it standing up on the table while he is doing his breathing treatments.
- Nintendo Switch Console (V2) with Neon Blue and Neon Red Joy-Con (Renewed).
- Professionally renewed, tested, and inspected to ensure proper functionality and reliable...
• When Jon was getting ready to go into the hospital for his major surgery (and long hospital stay), we got him this Switch so he would have something to do. He spent so many hours playing on it in the hospital that he almost never plays on it alone anymore. But he LOVES playing on the Switch with his big sister, Hannah
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• We love celebrating World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st. Usually, the entire family gets a new t-shirt to spread awareness and promote inclusion!
- UPF 50+ rash guard shirts block harmful UV rays for kids’ swimming, surfing, and outdoor play all...
- Quick dry boys rashguards keep skin cool and light during water, beach, or athletic activities.
• Jon LOVES swimming and anything related to the water. One of his favorite weeks of the year is our Beach Week, when we get to spend an entire week at a condo on the beach. If you visit us that week, you will find Jon in one of these swim shirts.
- Waistband: Pull-on elasticized waistband for easy wear
- Inner Tabs: Inner adjustable tabs for a custom fit
• When you have a school uniform but you live in Florida — uniform SHORTS! Jon loves these.
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• Jon has always enjoyed anything fidget related. These were a big hit this Easter!
- SHAQ BASKETBALL GIRLS AND BOYS SNEAKERS - Dominate the game in the all new SHAQ Devastator 2.5 youth...
- LIGHTWEIGHT BOYS BASKETBALL SHOES - The combination synthetic and knit textile upper creates...
• These were Jonathan's Basketball shoes this year. He loves playing 'hoops' and really enjoyed participating in Special Olympics this year. You can find videos of him playing on YouTube. @stephaniecooksforacrowd
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Jonathan has a whole list of favorites we’ll add as we go — gaming, sensory items, music, sports gear, and the small things that make his day. Check back, or join the newsletter to know when new picks land here.
Thanks for spending some time in Jonathan’s corner. He’d say thanks too, if he knew you were here. (Actually, he might just want you to know about the ice maker.)
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