A mother and her daughter have touched the lives of a young student with disability, showcasing the profound impact of individual actions in fostering inclusivity. Taking to the social media platform X, the mother narrated the touching story, detailing their journey towards aiding a specially-abled child in need. "1.5 months ago, I saw a message in a group. A mom asking for help. Her specially abled daughter needed a Grade 4 kid as a reader writer for her final exam. On a whim, I asked my 4th grader daughter if she would like to be one," she shared in her post. Following numerous phone calls and discussions about the commitment involved, the girl, after careful consideration, decided to take on the responsibility. "Saying no won't make you a bad person nor me unhappy or disappointed, but do this only if YOU want to," the mother reassured her child. Despite her own ongoing school exams, the girl dedicated her time as a reader/writer, accompanied by her mother, to assist another child during the exams. "The exam centre was an hour away, and we left early in the morning. The same girl who hates waking up early got up without much fuss and didn't complain one bit," the mother recounted proudly. Around 1.5 months ago I saw a msg in a group. A mom asking for help. Her specially abled daughter needed a Grade 4 kid as a reader writer for her final exam. On a whim, I asked my 4th grader daughter if she would like to be one (1/n) — Varsha (@nvvarsha) February 22, 2024 Kids with Learning disabilities struggle in normal schools, get bullied, lose their confidence and even face the wrath of their teachers. Like most parents say, for the sake of money, till grade 6-7 the school 'tolerates us' but later coerce us to join special schools (6/n) — Varsha (@nvvarsha) February 22, 2024 Reflecting on their experience at the exam centre, Varsha, the mother, highlighted the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in accessing support. "While everyone speaks of inclusive education, the reality is far from this dream," she lamented. She emphasised the struggles faced by children with learning disabilities in mainstream schools, often enduring bullying and a lack of confidence. So if you're a parent and reading this, do consider helping a special kid as a writer/reader/unconditional friend. Teach your neurotypical/normal kids to adjust a bit for them. If your child is struggling at school do get them assessed before labelling them as lazy. (N/n) — Varsha (@nvvarsha) February 22, 2024 Varsha urged parents and students alike to consider extending a helping hand to those in need. "Teach your neurotypical/normal kids to adjust a bit for them. If your child is struggling at school, do get them assessed before labeling them as lazy," she advised. The mother concluded by underscoring the importance of empathy and understanding in building a more inclusive society. "So if you're a parent and reading this, do consider helping a special kid as a writer/reader/unconditional friend," she urged, encapsulating the essence of their heartening tale.
