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Sign Language Man: Thomas H. Gallaudet and His Incredible Work


Genius at Work Great Inventor Biographies

No. of pages 32

Published: 2010

Great for age 7-10 years

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"Sign Language Man: Thomas H. Gallaudet and His Incredible Work" by Edwin Brit Wyckoff chronicles the life and achievements of Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet, a pioneering educator for the deaf. The story highlights Gallaudet's passionate dedication to improving communication for the deaf community, as he embarks on a journey to teach and develop sign language as a means of education. It details his collaborations with influential figures, including Alice Cogswell, which inspired him to establish America’s first school for the deaf. Through his remarkable efforts, Gallaudet transformed the lives of countless individuals, leaving a lasting legacy in deaf education and advocacy. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

 

This book is part of a book series called Genius At Work Great Inventor Biographies .

This book has been graded for interest at 8-10 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2010 by Enslow Publishing .

 

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Genius at Work Great Inventor Biographies