Written by Elaine Ernst Schneider and illustrated by Tom Dineen, this book is part of The Special Kids in School Series and is a must-have for every counsellor, teacher, school nurse, parent, or caregiver. This beautifully illustrated and fun-to-read storybook tells the story of Jacob, a kid living with a hearing impairment. Through Jacob's story, readers learn about sign language, interpreters, hearing aids, and speech therapy for kids with hearing impairments.
Key Features
- Helps children understand the experiences of peers with hearing impairments.
- Encourages empathy and acceptance among children.
- Includes a Kid Quiz to reinforce new information.
- Features Ten Tips for Teachers with additional facts and ideas for classroom use.
- Comprises 32 pages of engaging content in softcover format.
Additional Information
When read aloud, other children can start to identify why a peer with a hearing impairment may be treated differently and begin to empathise with the peer. In addition, children with a hearing impairment or children who have conditions that set them apart as being different begin to feel accepted and safe.
