Nancy Otero - Teachers Make a Difference - Tía Ligia

The speaker shares fond memories of their Aunt Lee, a multifaceted individual who inspired creativity and exploration. Aunt Lee's diverse roles as an architect, designer, traveler, and feminist left a lasting impact on the speaker's childhood. Through imaginative play and creative projects, Aunt Lee fostered an environment of freedom and creativity. These experiences inspired the speaker to embrace creativity and exploration in their own life and work, particularly in their approach to teaching children.

In what ways did the speaker's aunt encourage them to step out of their comfort zone?

How does the speaker wish to replicate their aunt's influence on creativity for the children they work with?