Too often, I think, children are required to write before they have anything to say. Teach them to think and read and talk with self-repression, and they will write because they cannot help it.
Anne Sullivan Quotes
Showing all quotesBirth: | 14th April, 1866 |
Death: | 20th October, 1936 |
Nationality: | American |
Profession: | Teacher |
Anne Sullivan was born in Feeding Hills, Agawam, Massachusetts. She was an American teacher, best known for being the instructor and lifelong companion of Helen Keller. Anne Sullivan contracted an eye infection when she was eight years old which left her blind and without reading or writing skills. Anne received her education as a student of the Perkins School for the Blind where upon graduation she became a teacher to Helen Keller. Anne Sullivan was an exceptionally good teacher whose work is still recognized and is spoken of today. In 1932 Helen and Anne were each awarded honorary fellowships from the Educational Institute of Scotland. They also were awarded honorary degrees from Temple University. In 1955 Anne was awarded an honorary degree from Harvard University.
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