Petra's Poem
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Petra Tolley, a woman with Down syndrome, is surrounded by her peers as she explores what it feels like to be "in the middle." This poem, written and narrated by Petra, shares her personal experiences and supports student discussion of life's opportunities and obstacles.
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- ELA Title Search >  A30re année >  Canadian Perspectives: Distinct and Rich
- English Language Arts >  A30re année >  Canadian Perspectives: Distinct and Rich
- Media Studies >  20e année
- ELA Title Search >  A10re année >  The Challenges of Life
- English Language Arts >  A10re année >  The Challenges of Life
- ELA Title Search >  20e année >  Moving Forward - Establishing and Realizing
- English Language Arts >  20e année >  Moving Forward - Establishing and Realizing
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