Oliver Sacks (Family: High Cognitive)

Dive into the fascinating world of the human mind with our Oliver Sacks lesson! This lesson explores the life and work of Oliver Sacks, a revolutionary neurologist, writer, and thinker who showed the world that every mind is unique, brilliant, and full of wonder. Spellers will learn how Sacks humanized patients, celebrated differences, and discovered extraordinary abilities in people often overlooked by society. From studying synesthesia and tactile communication to exploring the richness of sign language, learners will engage with science, empathy, and creativity all at once.
 
This lesson is designed for High Cognitive Champs (ages 8ish and up). It offers fun yet stimulating content, background knowledge questions, 3-Board AND 26 board Orange Questions, advanced math problems, one-word answer pink questions,  and broad pink questions. Ideal for encouraging deep discussions, critical thinking, and spelling skills while learning about a fascinating topic.