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Promoting Early Visual Language
This is the second in a series of monthly emails with information sharing the research finding at VL2 center, activities to support your child’s development, links to other resources, and more.
VL2 – Eye Gaze and Joint Attention
Post #1 in VL2’s Translating Research to Practice Series
Strategies to Support Communication at Home and in the Community
This article presents an overview of six strategies families and service providers can use with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students who have autism at home and in the community.
Supporting Deaf Students With Autism After High School
This article provides an overview of the transition process for students who are deaf and have autism and offers tips for helping your child in the transition to adult life.
Strategies for Working with Children with Autism: Visual Schedules
This article discusses strategies for working with children who are deaf and have autism using visual schedules.
Strategies For Working With Children With Autism: Social Stories
This article provides an in-depth description and strategies for using Social Stories with children with autism.
From “Horrible” to “Great” … Holidays
Dr. Linda Twilling has written this article giving families strategies and ideas to turn “horrible” holidays into “great” holiday gatherings that children will remember for years.
Resource Guide for Parents of Infants and Toddlers Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
The California State Department of Education published this 2013 Resource Guide for Parents of Infants and Toddlers who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. This guide discusses all opportunities available to young children.
Sign Language Use for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Hearing Babies: The Evidence Supports It
This exciting document written by Tiara V. Malloy provides a clear argument favoring the use of sign language with all children regardless of their hearing status.
Recommended Apps Learn ASL
A list of recommended Apps to help children and adults learn ASL.
Picking Educational Programs
Often parents want to know what the best program is, or whether a particular program is better than another one.
The Infant and Toddler Program
If your infant or toddler has been identified with a hearing loss, they may be eligible for services under the Infant and Toddlers Program of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Increasing Literacy Skills with Your Deaf Infant
Strategies for communicating with and preparing your infant for reading.
Through Your Child’s Eyes
A fantastic short video that succinctly explains using American Sign Language with children. The language is not only a conduit for developing a child’s brain; it is a clear and full communication method.
Recommended Readings for Children
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