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Introduce your child or classroom to this diverse group of children who are excited to share their various forms of hearing technology and communication styles. Inclusion and positive representation are this book's TOP priority with a take home message of: "The BEST way to hear is the way that works best for YOU!"
42) Charlie and Fuzz
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"A heartwarming story about a young, deaf child called Charlie and how they make the most of the senses they have to meet a wonderful, unusual new friend in Fuzz."--Back cover.
44) Padapillo
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"Little Bridget is acting strangely and no one seems to notice - except her older sister. She notices everything. When the rest of her family finally realize that Bridget has been ignoring the world around her and inventing weird words, it leads to a startling diagnosis no one saw coming."-- backcover.
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Emma decides to paint her plain shoes, turning them into bright, colorful, groovy shoes. But some kids at school tease her and make fun of her "freaky sneakers." Emma doesn't know what to do until her grandmother advises her to show the kids her Magic Closet and how much fun it is to be creative.
46) Deaf like Pluto
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"Pluto is Kaira's favorite planet--even though now it isn't really a planet--because Pluto and Kaira are a lot alike. Pluto is...different. It didn't fit in, so it was excluded. Kaira is all too familiar with how that feels, but maybe, just maybe, things are about to start changing."--Back cover.
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A story of bravery and friendship to families and early educators of both the deaf and hearing communities.
Young Sky is a boy who was born deaf, but it doesn't stop him from doing what he loves most: playing baseball. Eager and determined, he works hard on his skills until he notices that, swing after swing, every ball is hit, soaring out of the ballpark like an eagle...Sky has a superpower! Not hearing enables him to focus on the ball and hit home...
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Set in Scotland, this fourth installment in the series provides readers with an exciting adventure from the present day to the past. As the family gets ready for a wedding and the investiture of a new laird, fingers are crossed that the spirit of Sir Malcolm does not interrupt. Join Kateri, Lady Victoria, Leigh Ann and Dawn, four pre-teen deaf and hard of hearing cousins and blood relations of Sir Malcolm, in their adventure of investigating hauntings,...
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This event is a true story for many in the Deaf community, with no access to communication at home. According to studies, 95% of Deaf babies are born to hearing parents. Only about 5% of Deaf babies are born from Deaf parents, free from language deprivation. The period from birth to four years of age is incredibly important for language exposure and Deaf children deserve to have access to language as well as a close relationship with their family....
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My Deaf Friend Can Do Anything You Can Do is an African American children's book for all ages that celebrates tolerance and acceptance. This story features a young deaf girl and her hearing friend who convey a tale about the misunderstandings about people who are deaf or hard of hearing. This book helps readers to clearly understand that deaf people can do the same tasks that others can do and helps to bridge the gap between the deaf and hearing community...
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"Larger-than-life Ling Ling Bird forms an unlikely bond with tiny wee Chickadee in this uplifting tale of discovery, friendship and acceptance. While Chickadee gains a fascinating insight into the world of her dazzling new buddy who is deaf, Ling Ling Bird learns that being different does not prevent him forming special friendships. Amazing things are possible with a can-do attitude! This vibrant and inspiring story encourages deaf children to aim...