Temple Grandin is an HBO special that won 5 Emmys last week. It is about the great success of an individual with severe autism. I can speak to its accuracy since I, and some teachers, as well as parents from the district took the opportunity to see Ms. Grandin in person this summer. She said it was a very accurate portrayal.
There are many different types of autism. Because of Ms. Grandin's difference in the way she sees things she was able to revolutionize our treatment of cattle.
Many people on the autism spectrum have an understanding of animals the rest of us can't comprehend. Other preferred interests, or gifted areas could be computers, science, math, history, or music. The outcome of this story supports the practice of inclusion and development of those who are different.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
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