Echolocation

Today we worked more on our dolphin lapbook. One thing we discussed was how dolphins "see" by using echolocation. Toad Haven posted a link to some videos entitled "The Boy Who Sees Without Eyes." (Click on title to see all 5 of this hour long, fascinating story.)

(part 1 of 5)

The videos are about a boy who had his cancerous eyes removed when he was only 3. He has since developed a way to "see" by using a series of clicks and listening as the sound bounces off of objects. This boy, who is of course totally blind, can ride his bike down the street, use inline skates, play basketball, play video games (I still don't get this one), all by using "echolocation." It is truly amazing.

The show also talked about how submarines and dolphins use echolocation to move around, so this tied in nicely to our studies.

I also thought the mom was just incredible. She didn't want her son to feel handicapped, so she treats him as if he is totally normal and tells him he can see - just with other senses. I want to be that kind of mom! One who motivates and helps my daughter become all that she can be. What an inspirational show.