Oliver Sacks (Family: Littles)

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 tailored for Little Learners (ages 3ish-8ish), offering playful content, background knowledge, 3-Board Orange Questions, simple comprehension questions, interactive math problems, and one-word answer pink questions. It's perfect for sparking curiosity and building foundational skills while learning about a fascinating topic.