A different view
A look at the book "I See the World," which was shared recently with students at The Rush Building in Hometown. TERRY AHNER/TIMES NEWS
Some books really can leave a lasting impression on a young child.
Especially when they have the ability to increase their compassion for those who may see differently from themselves.
Such is the case with the book "I See the World," which was shared recently with special education students at The Rush Building in Hometown.
Ann Waibel, special education teacher, said she recently met the book's author, Jean Barlow, who dedicated a copy of her book to The Rush Building.
"Her idea is to share the differences of these three people; these are people in her life that she knew and came across," Waibel said. "The author will call us and the lesson will be taped."
The book is for all children, ages pre-K to 9, who see perfectly, teaching them how others may see differently.
An anti-bullying and teaching tolerance tool, stories are told through the eyes of "Glen," who wears glasses; "Paul," who wears a patch; and "Brenda," who is blind.
Also, in the back of the book are a Braille alphabet learning card, and a CD of the story set to music.
