This experience, coupled with my work on a project about creative thinking (where we tried to teach physics to grade 1 students), taught me that too often we limit kids by our expectations. If we allow them to move forward at their own pace, they will exceed our highest expectations.
This week, I received this video about an extraordinary guy with Down syndrome. When I watched it, it made me want to cry. I remembered that first kid with Down syndrome from my first year at university. It made me wonder what was happening with him. I never saw him after those six months of work experience. I hope he is doing amazing things, much like this guy.
Congratulations to this guy’s parents. Just look what supportive and courageous parents can achieve. It is amazing what your children will achieve if you let them set their own pace. I hope you are inspired as much as I was.
Happy parenting,
Ronit