7th Grade ELA "Nothing Holds Me Back" Informational

Braille was developed in 1824.

Noah lost his sight at birth.

The name of Noah’s boat is Noah’s Ark.

A 10K is a 6.2-mile-long race.

Noah is a powerful advocate for the blind community.

Noah excels at his many passions.

Books for the blind once had regular letters that were raised off the page.

to teach readers about birth defects

to explain how technology for the blind has advanced in recent years

to help readers visualize the layout of Noah’s school building

to help readers understand some of the challenges Noah faces and how he deals with them

awkward in movement or in handling things

having exceptional talent or natural ability

showing courage in the face of difficulties

showing a willingness to take bold risks

been enjoyable, but is no longer useful.

been essential to Noah

been an extremely difficult task for Noah.

presented few difficulties for Noah.

The sighted world’s understanding of blindness can be improved.

Your attitude has a large effect on what you can and cannot accomplish.

Blind people aren’t able to do the same things sighted people do.

Noah’s parents are dedicated to helping Noah be independent.

there is no written language for blind people.

people are always kind to those who are different from them.

blind people aren’t able to do the same things sighted people do.

your attitude has a large effect on what you can and cannot accomplish.