Nancy F. Goodfellow always dreamed of being a writer, but it wasn’t until her first child was born with Down syndrome that she understood her true calling. Since then, she has committed to advocating for individuals with disabilities and encouraging inclusion in all areas of life. After spending a decade presenting to adults about common misconceptions of Down syndrome, Nancy realized the most important presentations were the ones she gave to children. Accompanied by a young woman with Down syndrome, Nancy teaches students about all intellectual disabilities, emphasizing that the more they understand, the more they accept. 

When not writing or presenting, Nancy spends her time with her husband and three children in a suburb outside of Chicago. She loves to travel, especially internationally, and appreciates that her family is willing to keep up with her crazy itineraries and unusually fast walking pace.