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(definition sourced from the World Health Organisation).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli data-start=\u002242\u0022 data-end=\u0022178\u0022\u003EExplain that sometimes it\u2019s easier to tell that someone will have challenges \u2013 for example, if they\u2019re using a wheelchair or have a guide dog. But there are lots of things you can\u2019t see, for example, if some has difficulties with reading, hearing, seeing, walking for a long time, or staying focused. These may be called hidden or invisible disabilities.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli data-start=\u002242\u0022 data-end=\u0022178\u0022\u003EAsk if anyone can think of a condition that might be thought of as a non-visible disability. Some examples include autism, diabetes, chronic pain, dyslexia, epilepsy, asthma, hearing loss, or mental health conditions. There\u2019s some \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://hdsunflower.com/uk/insights/category/invisible-disabilities\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Hidden disabilities on the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower website\u0022\u003Emore examples of invisible disabilities on the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower website\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli data-start=\u002242\u0022 data-end=\u0022178\u0022\u003ENow, try to think of the barriers in the world that people with non-visible disabilities might face. One example is being unfairly challenged for using accessible facilities (such as accessible toilets and parking) even though you might need them. Another is someone who might not understand something if they don\u2019t have access a BSL interpreter or subtitles, and another person may struggle to walk a long way if they don\u2019t have somewhere to regularly rest.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EPlant your seeds\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EExplain that you\u2019re going to plant sunflowers to help remind us to be kind and to treat everyone with understanding, care and respect. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGive out the small plant pots, labels and marker pens.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDecorate or paint the pots.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMake sure to add names to the pots.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ENext, fill the plant pot with damp soil. It needs to be almost to the top. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse a pencil to poke a hole in the middle of the soil, then put the seed into the hole and cover it with soil.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPour a small amount of water onto the seed. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPlace plant pots or in a spot that gets lots of sunlight, such as on a windowsill. This is ideal for sunflowers.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAlways water your plants regularly. Sunflower seed packets will have watering instructions. Small plants need watering near the base, and larger plants may need repotting. You could also label them.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli data-start=\u002240\u0022 data-end=\u0022249\u0022\u003EIf planting outside, wait until the plants are strong and the risk of frost has passed.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli data-start=\u002240\u0022 data-end=\u0022249\u0022\u003EOnce the sunflower heads turn brown, cut them off to dry. You can harvest the seeds or feed them to birds.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf you\u0027re doing this to learn about the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, you could give some sunflowers to a Sunflower-friendly business or charity. 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