I can't shut down my IPad button on top no longer seems to work

I can't shut down my IPad. The button no longer seems to work.

I realize you've stated that the sleep/wake button (button on top) no longer functions but try the follow anyways:
Device Reset (won't affect settings/data/music/apps/etc)
1. Press and hold (& continue to hold) BOTH the Sleep/Wake button & the Home button.
2. Continue to hold BOTH (ignoring any other messages that may show) until you see the Apple logo on the screen.
3. Release BOTH buttons when you see the Apple logo and allow the device to boot normally.

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