I Am Deaf (Live and Learn Series) - Softcover

Moore-Mallinos, Jennifer

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764141791 ISBN 13: 9780764141799

Publisher: Sourcebooks Trade, 2009

Synopsis

Titles in the Live and Learn series take a child's point of view--especially the view of children who either suffer from some physical challenge or lack self-confidence in going about their everyday activities. This book describes challenges that hearing-impaired children face, and how one child overcomes them to live a normal, happy life. This attractively illustrated picture storybook series encourages kids to understand themselves and overcome problems that have troubled them. Following each story are four pages of suggested activities that relate to the book's theme. A final two-page section offers advice to parents. Live and Learn titles are available in both English and Spanish language editions. This is an English language title.

About this title

From the Inside Flap:

(back cover)
Lana is 10 years old and she is deaf. In this story she tells what it's like to be deaf, describing some of the things she uses to help her learn at school and communicate with her teachers and friends.

One day at school, she notices that many kids who have normal hearing are watching as she and her hearing-impaired friends speak to each other in sign language. The occasion gives her a great idea! Maybe she can bridge the gap between the hearing and non-hearing worlds? Lana's openness and sensitivity will educate you about her world of silence while she also enlightens you with her enthusiasm and desire to reach out to others.

About this edition

• Publisher: Sourcebooks Trade
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0764141791
• ISBN 13: 9780764141799
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 36
• Illustrator: Fabrega Marta