In The Miracle Worker by William Gibson, your child will learn the true story of Helen Keller , from Tuscumbia, Alabama. Set in the 1880s, Helen is caught in a silent world of darkness with no way to express herself, Helen flew into primal rages against anyone who tried to help. But then came Annie Sullivan—the miracle worker! Half-bind herself, Annie led the frightening and incredibly moving struggle to tame this wild girl that no one else could reach.

This three-act play, a required reading for the 9th grade LIFEPAC^® English I course, shares moving dialogue and an unforgettable story. As your child studies the different aspects of plays in their LIFEPAC^® 9th Grade Language Arts course, they will not only enjoy the heartfelt story but will also build reading comprehension and public speaking skills. And with such a captivating story that demonstrates enduring character qualities of faithfulness, perseverance, and trust in God, your child will be inspired to care for and reach out to others.