What is a Disability
What is a disability?
Something that makes certain things harder to do, but doesn't make a person less important or less smart
What tool helps some people hear better in noisy places?
Hearing aid.
What is the first step before helping someone?
Ask before helping.
Disabilities do not define a person, but they are _______ of who they are.
Part
True or False: You can always tell if someone has a disability just by looking at them.
False
What tool uses raised dots so people can read with their fingers?
Braille.
What should you do during games or group work?
Include everyone.
Why is it important to be kind to everyone, even if they seem “fine”?
Because some disabilities are invisible.
Can disabilities be visible, invisible, or both?
Both. Some disabilities you can see, and some you can’t.
What tool helps people move around if walking is hard or impossible?
Wheelchair.
What kind of words should we use?
Kind and respectful words.
Give one example of how a disability could affect daily life outside of school.
Getting around places, communicating, playing sports, or going to stores.
Do disabilities only affect school?
No, they can affect many parts of daily life.
Accessibility tools like ramps help only people with disabilities. True or False?
False. They help many people.
Name one way to show you are an ally.
Ask before helping, include others, or use kind words.
Why is it wrong to assume someone with a disability can’t be a good friend?
Because friendship is about kindness, trust, and shared interests, not abilities.
Disabilities are one part of what makes people _______.
Unique.
Where can you find Braille? Name two places.
Books, elevator buttons, bathroom signs, or medicine labels.
Accessibility is about fair access, not _______ treatment.
Special.
Disabilities can affect how someone ________, ________, or ________.
Moves, learns, thinks, or feels.