Helen is a fiercely intelligent young girl, but because she cannot see or hear, the world around her feels frustrating and incredibly lonely. Unable to express herself, she often lashes out in anger. Everything begins to shift when a special teacher named Annie Sullivan arrives at her home.
Annie refuses to give up on her wild and stubborn new pupil. With immense patience and absolute devotion, she begins teaching Helen how to communicate using finger spelling. Slowly but surely, the concepts of letters, words, and sentences start to make sense.
As Helen finally grasps the magic of language, a whole new universe opens up. For the first time, she is able to connect deeply with her family and understand her surroundings. This beautifully illustrated story, woven with real excerpts from Annie's historical letters, captures the breathtaking moment when a determined teacher helps a young girl break free from silence.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
49 Pages
