New Chapter Books for Young Readers!
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!
Inspiration
The Stories I Hold
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.
Can Books with Deaf Characters Inspire Young Readers to Learn ASL?
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.
Guest post: Make Them Laugh by Lois Winston
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?
Crafting Cassandra: Five Years, One Dissertation
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.
A Tiny Dickens Village Grew My Grinchy Heart
In my young adult homemaking days, I turned up my nose at frou-frou things that lacked purpose or function.
What George Bailey Taught Me About Cozy Mysteries
It’s that time of year when I snuggle up to watch It’s a Wonderful Life. You know that heartwarming tale of George Bailey, the man who learns that his existence matters more than he could have ever imagined. Did you know the town where the movie was filmed is actually the real-life Seneca Falls, New York? The local museum hosts an annual It’s a Wonderful Life festival and it’s totally on my bucket list to attend someday.
Death 101: Extra Credit (or How I Learned to Stop Stewing and Finish My Fourth Novel)
You might think that Death 101 was an easy A for me.
After all, it’s my tenth book and fourth novel – piece of cake, right? Nothing could be further from the truth, and now I’m finally ready to heave a sigh of relief.
5 Visual Language Tips for Parents with Deaf or Hard of Hearing Children
Every child benefits from visual cues in their home and school. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, they can be a key component of developing skills in written, verbal and signed languages.
Guest Chick: No Reader Left Behind
Today I’m sharing about a few services for readers with print disabilities.