My Kindergarten students were very fortunate to have my friend and fellow artist, Carol Saylor, spend the day with them, sharing her stories and her art. Carol is a mother of five children, grandmother of ten, great-grandmother of one. She is an artist, a renowned sculptor and a computer programmer. Carol's "story" is made more extraordinary and inspirational than one would imagine. She is both deaf and blind due to two very distinctive genetic conditions. She gradually lost her sight and hearing beginning in her late 30's. To read more about her art and life, check out her website at : http://www.carolsaylor.com
She shared her passion for art and her love for life with us today.
What a great gift for your kindergarten class! She sounds like an amazing lady. Your classroom looks so inviting too :o)
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ReplyDeleteCarol has encountered and "overcome" the obstacles in her path with strength and grace. She epitomizes the idea of "no excuses!" There are no pity parties where Carol is concerned.
My students are very fortunate and asked a lot of respectful and thoughtful questions of Carol and her condition. Akira, the German Shepard was a definite hit!
My classroom and my school overall, are magical. It is a public educational facility for only Kindergartners and some preschoolers...over 700 of them! They have a Science Lab,Library, Art and Music Studios and a Children's Color Garden.
Thanks Traci!