I'll Find a Way
1977
25 min
Coming soon
This Oscar®-winning documentary presents Nadia, a 9-year-old girl with spina bifida. Her dream is to attend a regular school, even though she knows other kids will tease her. Wise for her young age, Nadia simply decides that she'll "find a way to deal with it." Despite having to overcome many obstacles, Nadia's got spunk and makes it clear she's not looking for sympathy. This film is part of the Children of Canada series.
Details
This Oscar®-winning documentary presents Nadia, a 9-year-old girl with spina bifida. Her dream is to attend a regular school, even though she knows other kids will tease her. Wise for her young age, Nadia simply decides that she'll "find a way to deal with it." Despite having to overcome many obstacles, Nadia's got spunk and makes it clear she's not looking for sympathy. This film is part of the Children of Canada series.
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directorBeverly Shaffer
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producerYuki Yoshida
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executive producerKathleen Shannon
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cameraHideaki Kobayashi
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soundIngrid Cusiel
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editingGinny Stikeman
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sound editingJohn Knight
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re-recordingJean-Pierre Joutel
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musicLarry Crosley
Education
Ages 9 to 11
Study Guide - Guide 1
Health/Personal Development - Human Growth and Development
Encourage a discussion about physical handicaps in general and spina bifida in particular. Have students comment on Nadia’s courage, strength and spirit. Compare the special school Nadia attends with your own school. What challenges would Nadia face in a regular school? How could these challenges be overcome?
