FAMOUS PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

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I Suffered from dyslexia, depression and Aspergers

Syndrome!

“A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.”

Even though I may not have been able to tie my shoe laces properly, I went on to

become one of the greatest masterminds of the century!

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Who Am I ?

Want a hint?

Answer: Albert EinsteinTC

I Wasn’t always popular and famous?

I was poor, moved frequently, and was bullied.

I had difficulties in reading and math because I suffer from dyslexia.

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Instead of giving up…

I focused my efforts on being the best I could be! I went on to become a famous actor, writer

and producer.

Who am I?

TOP GUN

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Hints?

Top Gun

Mission Impossible

Answer: Tom Cruise

TOP GUN

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I had stuttering problems as a child.

I conquered my speech disorder by practicing everyday.

I would even talk to my dog every night until I feel asleep. TC

No one knows me for my speech disorder, you all

know me for being one of the greatest golfers of all

time!

“You can always become better.”

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Answer: Tiger WoodsTC

I was stricken with Polio and had to use a wheel chair.

I was the 32nd President of the United States.

All Americans relied on my leadership during the Great Depression and WWII.

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I am remembered for the 4 terms I served as the

President of the United States and not for my

wheelchair!

“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.”

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Who am I?

Answer: Franklin D. RooseveltTC

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I was not only dyslexic, but I also suffered through ADD.

Although I tried very hard, I struggled in school.

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“If you think you can do it then try. If

you try, that's the only way to succeed!”

I went on to become a famous cartoonist and the

founder of the many beloved movies, stories, and even theme parks!

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Who am I?

Answer: Walt DisneyTC

What did all of these famous people have in common?

Answer:

All of these people became famous because of their hard work and

accomplishments. They didn’t let having a disability hold them back.

Einstein, Cruise, Woods, Roosevelt and Disney

achieved great things…

And so can you. If you BELIEVE in yourself, you may just

surprise yourself one day!