Emmanuel's Dream

• Critical thinking
• English
• Primary Education
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)

Emmanuel's Dream

Laurie Ann Thompson & Sean Qualls

Emmanuel's Dream

By Laurie Ann Thompson & Sean Qualls

Examine the cover illustration and read the title.
What might the book be about?

Where do you think the story takes place? Why?

Emmanuel's Dream

This is the true story of Emmanuel Yeboah. Born in Ghana in 1977 he became the personification of courage, strength — mental and physical — and determination even as a child. 

What do you notice about the person on the cover?

What do you think people might consider Emmanuel’s inability?

What are some questions you have about Emmanuel before reading this book?

Why did Emmanuel's mother say "You can have anything, but you will have to get it yourself"

What does 'respect' mean to you?

Why wouldn't anyone give Emmanuel a job?

What do you think Emmanuel's plan is?

Why do you think he decided to have 'The Pozo' written on his shirt?

Is Emmanuel disabled? Why?

Is disability a bad thing?

Can you think of something that you like about yourself that you didn’t like at first? How did that change happen?

What if you became blind or deaf or lost a leg? How would you feel at first?

Do you think you can be happy again?

Emmanuel's Dream

Laurie Ann Thompson & Sean Qualls