Helen Keller - a deeper dive
Hello everyone!
Here’s all the extra information for the episode about Helen Keller that I put on Social Media throughout the two weeks that the episode was current.
These are in chronological order to Helen Keller’s story.
Episode summary: This episode discusses the life of Helen Keller. Born in 1880, Helen was left blind and deaf from an illness at 19 months old. She overcame great challenges with the help of her devoted teacher, Anne Sullivan. From groundbreaking achievements like becoming the first blind-deaf person to earn a BA degree to her impactful advocacy work, Helen's legacy is both inspiring and enduring. Helen Keller was a remarkable person who made significant contributions to society, and her story is truly inspiring!
The Keller family home in Tuscumbia, Alabama.
How do you think the environment where Helen grew up influenced her achievements?
Helen Keller was described as being 'difficult and unruly' as a child. I think she gets a pass on that considering her circumstances. Do you agree with me?
How do you think the close relationship Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan had helped Helen overcome the challenges she faced?
Here's Helen with Anne in Cape Cod, 1888.
This clip describes the moment Helen understood that everything around her had a 'name'.
Can you think of a better 'aha moment' than this? I can't!
Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan, 1899.
I think this picture really shows the bond Helen and Anne had. What do you think was the most important factor in their successful partnership?
A picture of Helen Keller in 1912.
Helen would earn a BA from Radcliffe, go on speaking engagements, and write a total of 12 books!
How amazing is that??!
Helen Keller with a Braille book and a dog.
Helen *loved* dogs, which I talk about in the Substack post that went out today!
This clip talks about how Helen wrote about a simple yet effective measure to prevent childhood blindness that's still being used today. How do you think historical figures like Helen can shape public health and safety practices?
This YouTube video is called 'Breakfast with Helen Keller'. It's actual footage of Helen in her home. What surprised you the most in this video? I love that it shows how independent she could be!
Helen Keller in 1920.
Helen's holding a magnolia flower in this picture. Magnolias have been said to represent dignity, poise, pride, and nobility. How fitting is that??!
Here are some of the ways Helen Keller has been honored: She's depicted on the Alabama state quarter (the Braille on the coin says 'Helen Keller'). Helen and Anne Sullivan were also depicted on a stamp in 1980.
Helen Keller was portrayed by Patty Duke in the 1962 movie 'The Miracle Worker'.
This picture is of Patty and Helen.
Have you seen the movie The Miracle Worker?
I'm closing out this cycle with one of my favorite quotes from Helen Keller!
What surprised you the most about her life?
Here’s a link to the episode about Helen Keller:
Here’s a link to Door Key’s website: