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You’re Not Alone: ASL Support for Families Starts with Community

You’re not alone in learning ASL. Discover how community support, Deaf mentors, and trusted resources help families move forward with confidence and connection.

Mar 22

Kathleen Marcath with Leader Dog at the 2026 Michigan Lions Forum in Kalamazoo, presenting “The Power of Service & American Sign Language,” alongside Michigan Lions Forum signage and branding.

2026 Michigan Lions Forum: The Power of Service and American Sign Language

From Leader Dogs to hearing dog programs, from vision restoration to scholarship funding — Lions build systems that change lives.

Mar 4

A mother sits on the floor with her two young sons, smiling as she models ASL signs while they follow along with their hands and expressions. The family is set against a soft blue-to-purple glowing background with the text “Where Do We Start with ASL as a Family? A Simple Guide for Beginning Your Sign Language Journey,” conveying warmth, connection, and the beginning of a shared ASL learning journey.

Where Do We Start with ASL as a Family? A Simple Guide for Beginning Your Sign Language Journey

Supporting DHH children means supporting the families who love them. When we honor the language modality of the home, whether it is spoken, signed, or both, we foster more than just language skills. We’re building confidence, community, and a path forward rooted in respect and belonging.

Jan 31

From Nita’s Food Signs to ASL Storytime: Kathy MacMillan’s Mission to Connect Through American Sign Language

Nita isn’t just passively watching her parents sign—she’s asking questions, asserting her preferences, and even teasing Mom and Dad sometimes!

Oct 6, 2025

Inspiring Voices: ASL, DHH & Inclusive Books - Author Spotlights & Interviews

Celebrate Deaf Awareness Month with six incredible authors and their inspiring picture books supporting DHH kids! Discover stories that embrace sign language, spoken language, and the universal language of love. Explore these heartfelt books, meet the authors (and Rhett!), and join us in empowering children through connection, inclusion, and the limitless potential of ASL.

Sep 19, 2025

A vibrant banner celebrating Deaf Awareness Month features six children’s book authors and Karlie Waldrip’s Deaf dog, Rhett. The authors highlight picture books supporting DHH (Deaf and Hard of Hearing) kids, including Mighty Mila, Love Sounds Like, Ada and the Helpers, Extraordinary Jordyn, I Deaf-initely Can, and My Monster Truck Goes Everywhere With Me. A cheerful purple design celebrates inclusion, connection, and ASL’s limitless potential.

Yes, You Can! Picture Books Supporting DHH Kids This Deaf Awareness Month

Aug 26, 2025

Supporting Speech, Language, and the Family when Working with DHH Children

Jul 31, 2025

Fingerspelling and the Brain: How Repetition Builds Strong Readers

“We don’t set out to teach our children language—we model it for them in the way we live and connect.” — Lora Heller, A Conversation with Lora Heller of Baby Fingers

Jul 14, 2025

Blog banner showing Lora Heller with her book The Muggy, Buggy Day, featured in “A Conversation with Lora Heller of Baby Fingers.

Finding Joy in Language: A Conversation with Lora Heller of Baby Fingers

“We don’t set out to teach our children language—we model it for them in the way we live and connect.” — Lora Heller, A Conversation with Lora Heller of Baby Fingers

Jun 19, 2025

Deaf Author Karlie Waldrip with her Deaf dog Rhett and book covers: WE Deaf-inately Can and I Deaf-initily Can" Title of blog post: "A chat with Karlie Waldrip, Deaf Children's Book Author (Parts 1 & 2)

A Chat with Karlie Waldrip, Deaf Children’s Book Author (Parts 1 & 2)

Navigating Deaf and Hearing Worlds: Insights into Karlie’s cochlear implant journey and her supportive community.

Dec 13, 2024

Love Sounds Like by Hannah Jessen Conway: a Deaf-Inclusive Picture Book

Our journey into the Deaf community taught me that love isn’t limited by sound—it’s found in every hug, smile, and shared moment.

Dec 5, 2024

A teacher is standing in front of a classroom of a mainstream classroom of children, providing the accommodation of ASL.

Accommodations for Deaf Students in Mainstream Schools

Have you ever wondered what sort of accommodations D/deaf students can get at school? Read on to find out!

Sep 6, 2024

Maddie Hinkle is depicted with long, sandy blond hair and wears gold wire-rim glasses. She is standing in front of an image of a green-leaved tree and shares a beautiful smile The letters in large bold green C H S stand for Chicago Hearing Society. Typed below that is, “Maddie Kinkle CHS Youth and Family Connections Coordinator.

Interview: Expanding the Worlds of Deaf Children & Families Through ASL with Maddie Hinkle

Join us for a conversation with an industry expert about services available for D/deaf children & families, literacy for D/deaf children,

Aug 29, 2024

Shay Abigail peeks over the book cover of her debut book, My Name Is Maya. Her dark black hair is pulled back in a bun. Eyebrows up and looking right with her brown eyes. The book cover shows a blue sky, and the character Maya stands front and center, wearing a blue cape, big red glasses, and a bold smile. She has her foot leaning on a blue elephant, one hand on her hip and the other raised high in a fist. Her dad is in orange shorts and a green/blue shirt to her right. He is blond and wearing big brown glasses. To the right of Dad sits a white dog, a happy husky pet wearing a red collar. To the left of Maya is her mom, with red hair pulled back in a bun, a purple tank top, and orange shorts. She sits on a sky-blue blanket. In front of the mother sits a bald baby/toddler wearing a light blue shirt. All eyes are on Maya.

Interview with Shay Abigail, American Sign Language (ASL) Author and Educator

Discover the inspiring journey of Shay Abigail, ASL Author, and Educator, and learn about her children's book 'My Name Is Maya'

Aug 12, 2024

Blog Banner purple hues, Boy from My Monster Truck Goes Everywhere with Me, signing GONE! with a surprise look on his face. below the image On Summer Vacation.

Summer Vacation

Gone on summer vacation! With a mission in mind for a fantastic fall. Enjoy our Favorite Books List and our interesting, informative blogs.

Jun 19, 2024

(Image description: Sara as a child at school wearing a phonic ear vest)

Growing Up in Mainstream Public School: Things I Wish I Knew Back Then with Sara Miller

Growing Up in Mainstream Public School: Things I Wish I Knew Back Then. Join Sara Miller's journey as she shares heartfelt insights.

Apr 27, 2024