Question

Collect information from the biographies of Helen Keller, Thomas Edison, Beethoven etc. who have made a mark, despite being differently abled. Present a power point entitled The Right Attitude Works Wonders. Use suitable illustrative examples from the story.

Answer 1

“The Right Attitude Works Wonders”

1. Helen Keller: After an illness in early childhood, she became deaf and blind. With the teaching and support of Anne Sullivan, she learned to communicate, studied, wrote books and became an advocate for people with disabilities.
2. Ludwig van Beethoven: Despite progressive hearing loss and eventual deafness, he continued composing and created some of his most celebrated music.
3. Thomas Edison: Edison had significant hearing loss. He persisted in his experiments and became a prolific inventor whose work helped transform communication and everyday life.
4. Connection to the story: Marian is deaf and unable to speak, but she is intelligent, imaginative and deeply responsive to the world around her. Freda’s willingness to include her allows them to enjoy playing school together. Anne’s change of heart shows the importance of accepting a child as she is.
5. Main message: Disability does not erase ability or potential. Respect, determination, inclusion and suitable support help people participate and achieve.