ANNE Born April 14th, 1866

SULLIVAN
Deid October 20th, 1936

INTRODUCTION
Anne Sullivan was an Irish woman who went blind at a young
age. She was not treated for trachoma so she was sent to a
school for the Blind. Sullivan has an amazing break through
teaching Helen Keller.

THE START
Sullivan was sent to Perkins School for the Blind. Later on,
she gained medical treatment that restored her eyesight.
The school was located in Boston where Sullivan
graduated from in 1886.

RAISING TO THE
CHALLENGE
At the age of 21, she traveled to Alabama to help a blind
and deaf girl. Her name was Helen Keller. Sullivan’s goal
was to teach Keller how to function even with her
disabilities.

ACCOMPLISHING
Sullivan learned American Sign Language and began to
teach Keller. This was done by touch. Sullivan would
spell objects into Keller’s hand. This led to Keller being
able to read and write. There was also minimal
conversation Keller could hold.

HER PRESENCE
With Sullivan’s teachings, Keller was able to attend
College! Sullivan created a pathway for Keller so she
could break barriers and not be brought down by her
disabilities.

ROLE MODEL
Sullivan became a role model. Her heart and creative
teachings challenged many systems. Sullivan and Keller
were able to raise thousands to asset the blind.

EYE OPENING
Because of Sullivan, people with disabilities gained more
opportunities. Sullivan changed people’s perspectives
and broke barriers for challenged people.

CONCLUSION
To wrap it up, Anne Sullivan had accomplished incredible
things during her time. Sullivan shed light on the Blind and
Deaf communities. This allowed more opportunities and
more open-minded people!
References:
“Anne Sullivan.” Women of the Hall, www.womenofthehall.org/inductee/anne-sullivan/. Accessed 31 Jan. 2024

“Today in Mighty Girl History: Anne Sullivan, Teacher of Helen Keller.” Kwww.Amightygirl.Com, www.amightygirl.com/blog?
p=3244. Accessed 31 Jan. 2024