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The Miracle Worker

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Young scholars examine the senses and their communicative abilities in this story of Annie Sullivan's heroic efforts to teach her pupil, Helen Keller. William Gibson's novel, "The Miracle Worker" forms the focus of this lesson.
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Captain Keller's Business Letter

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students write a business letter similar to one Captain Keller might have written asking the Perkins Institution to recommend a teacher for his daughter in The Miracle Worker.
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Language Arts Jeopardy

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Be the next Alex Trebek in this language arts themed Jeopardy game! Categories include Lit Terms, Short Stories, Romeo and Juliet, Tom Sawyer, and The Miracle Worker. By clicking on each category (points from 1-5), a slide with the...
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The Miracle Worker, by William Gibson

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders explore the resilience of the human spirit as it pertains to The Miracle Worker, by William Gibson. They also explore how people with disabilities can overcome great obstacles.
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Piercing the World of Silence

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students explore the sign language alphabet. They examine the difficulties faced by handicapped persons, and are introduced to Helen Keller, Anne Sullivan and The Miracle Worker.
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The Miracle Worker

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders participate in a layered curriculum novel study on "The Miracle Worker". The students can choose from a variety of studies and assessments. This make the lesson more differentiated for multiple levels.
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Japan's Economic Miracle

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students brainstorm a list of characteristics a person would need to make a good employee. In groups, they describe the attributes a person would need in various occupations and share their answers with the class. They discover how...
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Appreciate Those Who Teach!

For Teachers K - 8th
Discover a wealth of activities for teachers, pupils, and administrators to savor during Teacher Appreciation Week.
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Anne Bancroft Dies

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers get together in groups to read and learn about the life of film actress Anne Bancroft. After a teacher-led presentation on her life, each of the groups must complete tasks described by the worksheets embedded in the plan....
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Who Are You?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the concept of self and analyze the Human Organization Theory. Individually, students write poems about themselves. In small groups, they create a poster related to the 14 categories of the Human Organization Theory....
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Words In the News Anne Bancroft Dies

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students complete vocabulary building and word work exercises prior to reading an online article. They complete worksheets and an online quiz. They examine the use of homophones. They compare articles about famous people and write...
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Helen Keller

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students describe several obstacles overcome by Helen Keller and identify adversity in their own lives and think about their views of dealing with it and ways of overcoming it.
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Values

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students identify their personal values. They determine that values help give us direction and help us set goals for the future. They discover that we develop our values from those around us and from our experiences. They create a...
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Japan's Place In The World

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students conduct research into the history of th Japanese rise to economic power. They use a variety of sources for information and engage in a variety of in class and out of class activities.
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Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: William Gibson: The Miracle Worker

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Come and explore this informative site featuring links to lesson plans for "The Miracle Worker" by William Gibson.
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American Foundation for the Blind: Anne Sullivan Macy

For Students 9th - 10th
A biographical overview of the life of Anne Sullivan Macy, devoted teacher of Heller Keller and a pioneer in the education of the visually impaired which earned her the nickname "miracle worker". Learn about her through her own letters,...
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American Foundation for the Blind: Anne Sullivan Macy: Miracle Worker

For Students 9th - 10th
An extensive biography of Anne Sullivan Macy, who pioneered techniques for teaching the blind and deaf through her work with Helen Keller. Includes many images and primary source documents, such as letters. Anne had a difficult...
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American Foundation for the Blind: Helen Keller

For Students 9th - 10th
This interactive resource module provides biographical information about Helen Keller.
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National Women’s History Museum

National Women's History Museum: Helen Keller

For Students 9th - 10th
Undeterred by deafness and blindness, Helen Keller rose to become a major 20th century humanitarian, educator and writer.
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Harcourt: Biographies: George Washington Carver

For Students 9th - 10th
An introduction to George Washington Carver, the talented, intelligent inventor. Learn why he was called a "Miracle Worker" for his vast knowledge of plants and agriculture. (In Spanish)
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Ivy Green: Birthplace of Helen Keller

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A detailed site that recounts the story of Helen Keller and describes her birthplace at Ivy Green, in Tuscumbia, Alabama. Click on the links down the left-hand side to see maps, artifacts, and more to find games and activities for...
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Royal National Institute of Blind People: Helen Keller

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed biographical account of the life and achievements of Helen Keller. Each part of Helen's life is divided into topics, and can be read and researched independently.
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National Women's Hall of Fame

National Women's Hall of Fame: Helen Keller

For Students 3rd - 8th
This online biography of Helen Keller (1880-1968 CE) gives the highlights and accomplishments of her life.
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University of Chicago

University of Chicago Press: Helen Keller: A Life

For Students 9th - 10th
The University of Chicago Press offers an extended excerpt from the book "Helen Keller: A Life", by Dorothy Herrmann. This biography shows her life as some of us never knew her.

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