Do any four of the following:
1. Recognize the International Symbol of Accessibility and point out places where this sign is found.
2. Discuss with your leader how building entrances, water fountains, elevators, public telephones and washrooms, and sidewalk corner curbs can be made more accessible to persons in wheelchairs.
3. Visit your library and find out how books are made available for visually impaired people.
4. Meet with a social worker, agency representative or knowledgeable adult as to what services are available in your community to people with various disabilities.
5. Talk to your gym teacher, Parks and Recreation department or leader about how disabled persons participate and compete in various sports.
6. Talk to a representative from the phone company; TV station or other knowledgeable adult about what services are available for the hearing impaired.
7. Find out what American Sign Language (ASL) is. Learn some sign language and how to sign your name.
8. Where possible, meet with a disabled person and talk about that person's personal interests and activities.
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