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Helen Keller became a teacher after her experience with Anne Sullivan, demonstrating to the world how valuable a dedicated mentor and determined spirit can be when overcoming adversity. Middle schoolers learn more about the influential life of Helen Keller with a reading activity about her life.
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Instructional Ideas
- Include in a social studies lesson during Women's History Month
- Allow learners to listen to the reading on their own before discussing what they heard with their peers
Classroom Considerations
- Designed for a reader from the publisher, which is only available when purchased; however, the attached video provides an audio version of the reader
Pros
- Provides a graphic organizer that is versatile for any lesson or book on Helen Keller
- Addresses language, comprehension, writing, and speaking and listening skills
Cons
- Video includes a strange animation of a photograph of Helen Keller telling her story, which may be distracting to viewers
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