Why did the parents oppose to the idea of sending their children to the special class at first?

In Tra Bong District, Quang Ngai province, the class began seven years ago with a mix of children, some dumb, deaf or suffering a lisp and others mentally retarded.

Their parents were forced to work on farms all day to make money for their family, which robbed them of a chance to give their children an education.

At first, there was a lot of opposition from the parents of the disabled children as they did not believe that their children could learn anything at all.

Gradually more children were sent to the class as their parents realized that the young teacher was trying her best to help their poor kids.

During a small lesson, she raised both arms and opened up her fingers one by one until all ten stood up.

What would happen to the disabled children in Tra Xuan Commune if a special class was not organized for them?

The children have every reason to be proud as it usually takes them at least three months to learn how to pronounce one word.

What do you often do in the breaks between the periods?

What are visitors to the class welcomed with?