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Limitless Potential of ASL: ASL Picture Books Sign Language Blog is a platform that invites you to explore the world of American Sign Language and the Deaf community. The blog offers insights, author interviews, and educational materials for anyone interested in ASL education and Deaf culture. It's a valuable resource, whether you're new to ASL or a seasoned member of the Deaf community. Subscribe today for free to start your ASL journey with us!

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Bobbie Hinman - How Self-Publishing Authors are Changing the Landscape
It's your time! Now that the kids are back to school, you can have some time to think about your next big project. How about a...
Oct 6, 2022


Shannon Stocker Shares a Very Personal Story - Discovering Evelyn Glennie's work and so much more!
Shannon Stocker Shares a Very Personal Story - Discovering Evelyn Glennie's work and much more!
Sep 19, 2022


Interview with Travis D. Peterson, author of "Ada and the Helpers"
Born & raised in Wilmington, North Carolina, Travis D. Peterson grew up building tree forts and exploring trails in the woods, riding...
Sep 12, 2022


ASL Picture Books Year in Review
It is now September, Deaf Awareness Month. A ASL Picture Books, this is a great time for us to look back on the work we have...
Sep 7, 2022


10 Courses to Step Up - Your ASL Game!
ASL Education September is Deaf Awareness Month. What better way to celebrate than by ramping up your ASL education?! We have compiled a...
Aug 22, 2022


NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER: Sara Nović and the Representation of Deafness
by Kathleen Marcath Covid challenged us all to hear the voice muffled behind a mask where there are no lips to read and fewer expressions...
Aug 7, 2022


Can You Hear a Rainbow?: An Exploration of Sound and Friendship
Can You Hear a Rainbow? is a fantastic picture book about a deaf boy named Chris. It is a nonfiction book that follows Chris as he...
Jul 12, 2022


Deafness in a Hearing World, Through the Lens of Raymond Antrobus
I recently discovered Raymond Antrobus, a Deaf British poet and children's book author. Antrobus published two poetry collections, The...
Jun 6, 2022


Interview with Katie Petruzziello Author of "Mighty Mila"
Author Interview Katie Petruzziello is a CPA turned project manager who spends her days juggling her career and trying to keep up with...
May 1, 2022


How to Learn and Teach Babies Sign Language
ASL Education How to Learn and Teach Babies Sign Language Learning and teaching your child baby sign language can give them an...
Apr 5, 2022


The Inner World of a Deaf Person
The Inner World of a Deaf Person It is commonly thought that deaf people are more intuitive. They pick up on things that hearing people...
Mar 7, 2022


THE LANGUAGE SYSTEM OF THE BRAIN - SIGN LANGUAGE AND COCHLEAR IMPLANTS
Nearly 80% of deaf children receive cochlear implants, yet research shows ASL plays a vital role before, during, and after implantation. Experts like Debra Nussbaum and Kimberly Sanzo stress that combining ASL with spoken language boosts brain development and prevents linguistic deprivation, giving children stronger foundations for learning, connection, and success.
Feb 15, 2022


SCBWI-MI Winter Spotlight The Benefits of ASL in Children's Picture Books for Three Authors
Charlie Barshaw coordinates our quarterly Writer Spotlight feature and interviews writers of SCBWI-MI. Meet 3 SCBWI-MI members who use ASL.
Feb 1, 2022


Brains are Better with Sign Language
Sign language has a future in America that equates as a positive benefit for hearing children, newborns with hearing loss, hearing-native...
Jan 18, 2022


Awarded Best Indie Books 2021 by Kirkus Reviews
Awarded Best Indie Books 2021 by Kirkus Reviews I am so honored to announce that My Monster Truck Goes Everywhere With Me was chosen out...
Dec 15, 2021


“The Language Zone” & Making Writing an Interactive Process.
As we previously discussed in Challenges Faced by Deaf and Hard of Hearing Learners, deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) students face...
Dec 1, 2021


Celebrating Book Birthday! Featured in SCBWI-MI Book Birthday Blog
Celebrating Book Birthday! Featured in SCBWI-MI Book Birthday Blog of Kathleen Marcath by Christy Matthes.
Nov 12, 2021


Challenges Faced by Deaf and Hard of Hearing Learners
Often, Deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHH) students face many challenges when it comes to acquiring English and learning to read and write....
Nov 9, 2021


How ASL Differs from English
It’s a common misconception among people who aren’t familiar with American Sign Language (ASL) that it is a direct, word-for-word...
Oct 18, 2021


SIWI: A Fresh Approach to Writing Instruction
SIWI is a teaching method that provides research-backed instruments for bridging the gap between English and ASL.
Sep 20, 2021
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