https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v Thoughts about Ella en-us 2018-06-21 02:21:34 UTC 2018-07-04 02:22:50 UTC hello@padlet.com mearnskristin https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/268034076 She probably shares that people who also deal with Dyslexia and went on to be famous because it's encouraging and makes her feel like part of a community.]]> 2018-06-21 02:28:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/268034076 https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/268918213 Ella names others with her learning disability because it makes her feel better about having it, they inspire her to be successful despite the dyslexia. This is a great motivation and comfort to Ella.]]> 2018-06-29 00:34:59 UTC https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/268918213 https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/268931100 I think the reason she names famous people with the same disability as she has is to show others that having a disability doesn't mean it could hinder people from being successful. It is an inspiring encouragement to her. 

]]> 2018-06-29 02:56:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/268931100 https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/268942654 Young people advocating for themselves is important not only to be able to bring more understanding to the public about a disability, but can also instill self-confidence. The ability to understand one's self and conveying their needs are tools that will make them successful in all aspects of their life. ]]> 2018-06-29 05:58:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/268942654 https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/269002538 It important for students to learn self-advocating so that after they have understood their differences they can help other people who are unfamiliar with their exceptionalities learn how to help them. This is especially important as they move forward in their educational careers.]]> 2018-06-29 22:07:59 UTC https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/269002538 https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/269005540 It was important for Ella to acknowledge her disability so that she could know how to advocate for herself and get the help that would be best for her as she goes through school. Also knowing what your abilities are can give a sense of empowerment because you are aware of your strengths and weaknesses and you are not ashamed to do things that will help you reach your full potential.

]]> 2018-06-29 23:58:37 UTC https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/269005540 shelby_larkey https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/269327174 I think that self-advocating is so important for children, especially those with disabilities. They need to be able to speak their needs and feel comfortable doing so. I know, however, that self-advocating is VERY difficult for students with disabilities. Teachers need to support it in students. ]]> 2018-07-04 02:20:01 UTC https://padlet.com/mearnskristin/sak2vqywjd2v/wish/269327174