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How reading helped this Malaysian teen with Down syndrome gain confidence

By SHEELA CHANDRAN
(From left) Yan Wei Xing, Ashton, Yuen Teng Hong and Too Qing Hui are part of Alumni Kelab Down Syndrome Foundation’s book club members. Photo: Florence Lim

Ashton Tiew Zhen-U, 17, is an avid reader with an impressive collection of books spanning genres like superhero comics, history, geography and fiction.

He is thrilled that this Saturday, he will take part in his first-ever book reading session with friends.

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Disability , Down syndrome , Kiwanis Down Syndrome Alumni

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