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Children in Gaza Need Long-Term Prosthetic Care (Level A1) — A child sits amidst rubble, holding up peace signs.

Children in Gaza Need Long-Term Prosthetic CareCEFR A1

10 Jun 2026

Adapted from Neena Bhandari, SciDev CC BY 2.0

Photo by Mohammed Ibrahim, Unsplash

Level A1 – Beginner
2 min
78 words
  • Many children in Gaza now need long-term medical care.
  • They lost arms or legs during the recent war.
  • They need artificial legs, regular check-ups and adjustments.
  • Local clinics do not have enough materials for repairs.
  • There are very few trained specialists in Gaza.
  • Long waits stop many children getting new prostheses.
  • Some children cannot wear the leg because of pain.
  • They use crutches or a wheelchair for now.
  • Families ask for more medical help and supplies.

Difficult words

  • prosthesisAn artificial body part to replace a lost limb
    prostheses
  • specialistA doctor or worker with extra skill or training
    specialists
  • clinicA small medical place where patients see doctors
    clinics
  • adjustmentA small change to make something fit or work
    adjustments
  • materialThings used to make or repair objects
    materials
  • crutchA wooden or metal stick that helps walking
    crutches

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Discussion questions

  • Have you ever used crutches or a wheelchair?
  • Do children in your town get regular medical check-ups?
  • Would you help a family that needs medical supplies?

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