Life and Dignity of the Human Person 1
Title Selections: Roll with It , by Jamie Sumner, follows Ellie, a determined young girl with cerebral palsy who navigates a new town, a new school, and new friendships. It reveals that every person, regardless of ability or circumstance, is worthy of respect and care. My Three Best Friends and Me, Zulay , by Cari Best, highlights the power of friendship, determination, and inclusion. Through Zulay’s journey as a blind student who dreams of running a race on Field Day, the story showcases perseverance and the support of a caring community. Classroom Ideas: Read-Aloud & Discussion: Encourage students to share a moment when they felt proud of who they are. Partner Reading: Have students discuss each other’s unique traits. Creative Expression: Ask students to draw or write about what makes them special.
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Writing is next. This is what I type on my Brailler: One day I’ll run, and the wind will push me, and the sun will shine on me, and I’ll feel like a bird that opens her wings and flies. Only I’ll fly with my feet.
Today it’s Chyng’s turn to type her name on my machine. “The dots feel like goose bumps,” she tells me, and I laugh. “That’s how I read,” I say. “I see with my fingers.” Reading used to be hard before my hands learned the way. So was climbing a tree—and swimming. Because in the beginning, all I did was fall. And sink. And not want to do it like I don’t want to do that cane. “You’ll learn the cane, too,” Ms. Turner told me. But she never said it would be a cinch. I know she’s here now. My nose knows her Juicy Fruit and the smell of fresh outside.
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Call to Family, Community, and Participation 2
Title Selections: Meesha Makes Friends , by Tom Percival, centers on Meesha, a shy character who learns to build connections and thrive within a supportive community. It underscores how nurturing relationships and active engagement can help individuals— and the entire community—flourish. Any Day with You , by Mae Respicio, weaves family bonds and traditions into a heartfelt narrative, illustrating how shared experiences deepen understanding of ourselves and others. It encourages readers to engage actively within families and communities, reminding them that everyone flourishes when we come together. Classroom Ideas: Classroom Read-Aloud: Start a conversation about what it means to be a supportive friend or family member. Community Map Project: Have students create a map of their own community (school, neighborhood, etc.) and discuss ways they can contribute. Book Club/Literature Circles: Use small-group discussions to talk about how family and community shape us and how we can give back.
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