Mysteries and Children's Books
Every December, I sit down with a warm beverage and choose a word or phrase to guide me through the next year. It’s a little tradition that helps me focus on what matters most. It doesn’t mean everything magically goes as planned, but it helps me stay open to saying “yes” when the right moment comes along.
Belonging is a higher calling—it’s about truly being part of the group, not just physically present. Imagine how transformative it would be if every classroom taught students enough ASL to connect with their Deaf classmates, coworkers, or neighbors.
If you’re new to Deaf education or just looking for ways to better support a DHH child in your life, Language First is the resource hub you’ve been searching for.
Maybe you’re wondering: why transition from picture books to chapter books? Well, the answer is deeply personal and rooted in years of my work as an ASL interpreter and my experiences in schools and IEP (Individualized Education Plan) meetings.
Duke the Deaf Dog’s new chapter books are here! Perfect for second and third graders, these heartwarming stories celebrate self-advocacy, resilience, and inclusion. Find out more about Duke’s adventures!
Lately, as I’ve been sprucing up my website, getting ready to launch a new chapter book series, and tackling some challenging interpreting assignments, I’ve found myself reflecting on the stories and experiences that have shaped my journey. These milestones have me thinking more deeply about the twists, turns, and lessons along the way.
Parents and grandparents, here are 5 reasons why Duke’s adventures will spark your child’s curiosity about ASL, while also teaching them about communication, belonging, and fun along the way.
We live in interesting times. I hear that phrase quite often these days, and how apropos it is! Put bluntly, there’s a lot going on in the world that really, really sucks. Many people just want to make like an ostrich and bury their heads in the sand, and who could blame them?
Ever wondered what happens when you take a pinch of Hawaiian sunshine, mix it with Nebraska cornfields, and throw in a crime scene investigation just for fun? Well, you get Death by Dissertation, a concoction I brewed up during a month-long cram session known as National Novel Writing Month back in November 2014.
In my young adult homemaking days, I turned up my nose at frou-frou things that lacked purpose or function.
