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A Mind of Your Own
199937 min 28 secFilm: Documentary, Children's film
Direction: Gail Sweeney
Production: Tamara LynchDavid VerrallIsobel Marks
It is estimated that in every Canadian classroom, there are two or three kids affected by a learning disability. Although they are generally of average or higher intelligence, these kids struggle every day to keep up with the class and to be accepted. Meet Henry, Stephanie, Matthew and Max, four incredible kids who won't let their learning differences hold them down. As they confront their disabilities and revel in unique talents like singing and chess, it becomes clear that "different" can also mean wonderful. This warm and inspirational video will encourage and boost the self-esteem of kids struggling with learning disabilities, and foster understanding in their peers.
Availability
Subject categories
- People with disabilities > Children with Disabilities
- Education > Children with disabilities
- Children and Youth > Education and School LifeYoung persons with disabilities
- Health/Personal Development > Human Growth and Development
Credits
- director
- Gail Sweeney
- producer
- Tamara Lynch
- executive producer
- David Verrall
- Isobel Marks
- photography
- Michael Ellis
- sound
- Mark Harper
- editing
- Cathy Gulkin
- sound editing
- Leopoldo Gutierrez
- online editor
- Warren Chinn
- re-recording
- Geoffrey Mitchell
- music
- Bruce Fowler
- participation
- Henry Skinner
- Stephanie Siddall
- Matthew Cummins
- Maxwell Corrigan
Awards
- Honorable Mention - Category: Education and Information International Film and Video Festival