Pablo was born into a family full of love, and when he realized that his baby had different capacities from the rest of the children, he did not hesitate for a second to teach him to be the best version of himself. His parents supported him and helped him become an autonomous person, and Pablo grew up with many dreams to achieve. Although society dictated that Pablo deserved special care, he demonstrated that being different can also lead you to success, and became the first European with Down Syndrome to obtain a university degree.
Pablo has achieved several triumphs throughout his life and has become a popular figure. He is a lecturer, teacher, writer, actor awarded the Silver Shell at the San Sebastian Festival... But his greatest achievement is, without a doubt, setting an example for those children who will follow him.
The What Really Matters Series presents real-life stories of people who realized their greatest potential despite challenges presented to them. Endorsed by the main characters, it benefits the What Really Matters Foundation, which promotes universal human values by showcasing extraordinary achievements by inspiring people.
Pablo nació en una familia llena de amor, que cuando se dio cuenta de que su bebé tenía capacidades diferentes al resto de los niños, no dudó ni un segundo en enseñarle a ser la mejor versión de sí mismo. Sus padres lo apoyaron y le ayudaron a convertirse en una persona autónoma, y Pablo creció con muchos sueños que alcanzar. Aunque la sociedad dictaba que Pablo merecía unos cuidados especiales, él demostró que no hay una única manera de llegar a la meta y, valiéndose de su propio talento, logró convertirse en el primer europeo con Síndrome de Down en obtener un título universitario.
Pablo ha cosechado varios triunfos a lo largo de su vida hasta llegar a ser una figura muy popular: es conferenciante, maestro, escritor, actor galardonado con la Concha de plata del Festival de San Sebastián… Pero su mayor logro es, sin duda, servir de ejemplo para aquellos niños que le seguirán.
“Bosch and Sala relate the accomplishments of Pablo Pineda, a white Spanish boy who became the first European with Down syndrome to graduate from university.” —Kirkus Reviews
"A life marked by new challenges that he has overcome until reaching notable popularity: lecturer, teacher, writer, actor awarded the Silver Shell at the San Sebastian Festival... His career is a very motivating example for hundreds of children and young people, captured in this new chapter in the What Really Matters collection through charismatic and colorful illustrations that perfectly reflect the eternally optimistic spirit of the protagonist." —Canal Lector
"(...) Recommended for specific topical studies or as general additions to biography collections." —School Library Journal
"Pablo Pineda's life story is remarkable and inspiring, reminding us that anything is possible. This beautifully illustrated biography chronicles his life from birth to success. (...) Álvarez's illustrations echo the depth and vibrancy of Pablo's life." —Booklist
Pablo was born into a family full of love, and when he realized that his baby had different capacities from the rest of the children, he did not hesitate for a second to teach him to be the best version of himself. His parents supported him and helped him become an autonomous person, and Pablo grew up with many dreams to achieve. Although society dictated that Pablo deserved special care, he demonstrated that being different can also lead you to success, and became the first European with Down Syndrome to obtain a university degree.
Pablo has achieved several triumphs throughout his life and has become a popular figure. He is a lecturer, teacher, writer, actor awarded the Silver Shell at the San Sebastian Festival... But his greatest achievement is, without a doubt, setting an example for those children who will follow him.
The What Really Matters Series presents real-life stories of people who realized their greatest potential despite challenges presented to them. Endorsed by the main characters, it benefits the What Really Matters Foundation, which promotes universal human values by showcasing extraordinary achievements by inspiring people.
Pablo nació en una familia llena de amor, que cuando se dio cuenta de que su bebé tenía capacidades diferentes al resto de los niños, no dudó ni un segundo en enseñarle a ser la mejor versión de sí mismo. Sus padres lo apoyaron y le ayudaron a convertirse en una persona autónoma, y Pablo creció con muchos sueños que alcanzar. Aunque la sociedad dictaba que Pablo merecía unos cuidados especiales, él demostró que no hay una única manera de llegar a la meta y, valiéndose de su propio talento, logró convertirse en el primer europeo con Síndrome de Down en obtener un título universitario.
Pablo ha cosechado varios triunfos a lo largo de su vida hasta llegar a ser una figura muy popular: es conferenciante, maestro, escritor, actor galardonado con la Concha de plata del Festival de San Sebastián… Pero su mayor logro es, sin duda, servir de ejemplo para aquellos niños que le seguirán.
“Bosch and Sala relate the accomplishments of Pablo Pineda, a white Spanish boy who became the first European with Down syndrome to graduate from university.” —Kirkus Reviews
"A life marked by new challenges that he has overcome until reaching notable popularity: lecturer, teacher, writer, actor awarded the Silver Shell at the San Sebastian Festival... His career is a very motivating example for hundreds of children and young people, captured in this new chapter in the What Really Matters collection through charismatic and colorful illustrations that perfectly reflect the eternally optimistic spirit of the protagonist." —Canal Lector
"(...) Recommended for specific topical studies or as general additions to biography collections." —School Library Journal
"Pablo Pineda's life story is remarkable and inspiring, reminding us that anything is possible. This beautifully illustrated biography chronicles his life from birth to success. (...) Álvarez's illustrations echo the depth and vibrancy of Pablo's life." —Booklist
