Off to school -- What is deafness? -- Who is deaf? -- Levels of deafness -- Hearing devices -- Communication -- Deafness at school -- Social challenges -- Being a friend -- Strengths -- Golden rules -- Activities -- Glossary.
Summary:
"In this title, readers learn common symptoms and behaviors of deafness and how it affects kids at school and in relationships. Text includes suggestions on how to be a kind and respectful friend to someone who is deaf and appropriate activities kids can enjoy together. A famous person who has overcome the challenges of deafness is highlighted. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO."-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.