10/12/2026
💙 Every Body Moves, Plays, and Belongs! 💙
Mrs. Deininger’s 4th grade class recently had an exciting opportunity to learn about prostheses and orthoses and how to support people who use them!
Students discovered how orthoses support existing limbs, while prostheses help people with limb loss or limb differences move and participate in everyday activities. They explored how prostheses are made, learned about their different functions, and got to see examples up close.
And their questions were fantastic! 🙌 Did you know the largest prosthetic our guest ever made was a leg for a man who was 7 feet, 4 inches tall? Students also learned about the most expensive prosthetic she ever made, which cost an incredible $150,000!
Through thoughtful questions and meaningful conversations, the class shared an important message: Even though we may move differently, movement and play are important to EVERY body!
This lesson also had a special connection to our classroom community, helping students better understand how prostheses can make a difference in someone's everyday life. Students brainstormed ways to advocate for and actively include friends who use prostheses and orthoses.
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