Beauty Quote by Marlee Matlin
“When I learned to sign and speak at the same time, the whole world opened up to me. That's the beauty of encouraging kids who are deaf to use whatever it takes to communicate.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public speaking on disability advocacy, 2015
Learning sign and speech together expands personal horizons and highlights the value of diverse communication methods for deaf children.
In simple terms: Using multiple ways to communicate opens opportunities.
Embrace all communication tools.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- classroom teaching
- family support groups
- public awareness campaigns
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure each child’s preferred method is respected?
- What barriers still limit communication access?
May overlook individual preferences for certain methods.