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Interview with Wonderstruck author, Brian Selznick
 Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Wonderstruck A Novel in Words and Pictures by Brian Selznick637 pp. (Middle grade; ages 9 to 12)Publisher: Scholastic Press (September 13, 2011)ISBN-10: 0545027896I’m so 2011! September 2011, to be precise. I didn’t stumble upon this book myself and I wasn’t the first to announce to the world how much I actually enjoyed it. Basically, when I posted about Brian S...Tue, Jan 03 2012 CODA author Kambri Crews, Burn Down the Ground:A Memoir...
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Burn Down the Ground: A Memoir by Kambri CrewsHardcover: 352 pages Publisher: Villard (February 28, 2012) Language: English ISBN-10: 0345516028 ISBN-13: 978-0345516022 Book Description Publication Date: February 28, 2012 In this powerful, affecting, and unflinching memoir, a daughter looks back on her unconventional childhood with deaf parents in rural Texas whi...Sat, Nov 12 2011 Now in paperback! (October 11) The Dark Days of Hamburger...
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Now in Paperback! The Dark Days of Hamburger Halpin [Paperback] by Josh BerkSun, Oct 09 2011 Wonderstruck A Novel in Words and Pictures by Brian Selznick
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Wonderstruck A Novel in Words and Pictures by Brian Selznick637 pp. (Middle grade; ages 9 to 12)Publisher: Scholastic Press (September 13, 2011) ISBN-10: 0545027896 Brian Selznick is the illustrator of "Frindle" by Andrew Clements, and the author of "The Houdini Box," winner of the 1993 Texas Bluebonnet Award. Banjo on Alldeaf.com writes that the book "features at lea...Thu, Oct 06 2011 Interview with author Karla Oceanak Dumbstruck (The Aldo...
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Dumbstruck (The Aldo Zelnick Comic Novel Series) by Karla Oceanak is the fourth book in an A-to-Z alphabet series which includes a vocabulary-building glossary of words starting with the letter D including words such as debacle, doofus, and defenestrate. I was a bit worried at first that the dTue, Sep 20 2011 Secondary Deaf Character in The Aldo Zelnick Comic Novel...
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Dumbstruck (The Aldo Zelnick Comic Novel Series) by Karla OceanakReading level: Ages 9-12Hardcover: 160 pages Publisher: Bailiwick Press (October 1, 2011) ISBN-10: 1934649163 Product DescriptionTen-year-old Aldo lives with his family in Colorado. He's not athletic like his older brother; he's not a rock hound like his best friend; and he is none too fond of the outdoo...Thu, Sep 15 2011 New YA Book with a Signing Deaf Character-- out in 5 Days!
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature It's important to know that I'm not dead just because I haven't posted on my blog since... eeek, January? Really? Yikes. It has been an extremely busy semester. I have two books that I need to write blurbs about and an author interview waiting and...and...there are three weeks left to this semester and everyone is under a great deal of pressure! Speaking of pressure, ...Thu, Apr 14 2011 On the Odd Hours
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature On the Odd Hours (Louvre Collection), Eric LibergeReading level: Ages 9-12Paperback: 71 pages Publisher: ComicsLit (April 2010) ISBN-10: 1561635774 Bastien is deaf and uses sign language to communicate. From Booklist Like Nicolas Crecy’s Glacial Period (2007) and Marc-Antoine Mathieu’s The Museum Vaults (2008), the third Louvre-sponsored graphic novel is a fantasy, th...Tue, Jan 04 2011 Broken Voices
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Broken Voices, Winona RasheedReading level: Young AdultPaperback: 68 pages Publisher: New Line Press (June 23, 2010) ISBN-10: 1892851326 Main character Ella uses sign language and speaks to communicateProduct Description Moving from one city to another as a freshmen student attending a new high school has its qualms. However, the situation becomes even more difficult ...Tue, Jan 04 2011 FIVE FLAVORS OF DUMB interview with Deaf Character author...
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Five Flavors of Dumb (TODAY November 11, 2010), Antony John Reading level: Ages 12 & UpPublisher: Dial This semester I’m teaching an overload schedule. Between my course load, my other duties as a faculty member, and buying (or rather building) a house, writing that this semester has been hectic would be an understatement. Today there was an Open House at Gallaude...Thu, Nov 11 2010 New Deaf Character Book for November
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Five Flavors of Dumb (This title will be released on November 11, 2010), Antony John Reading level: Ages 12 & UpPublisher: Dial THE CHALLENGE: Piper has one month to get a paying gig for Dumb—the hottest new rock band in school.THE DEAL: If she does it, she'll become manager of the band and get her share of the profits, which she desperately needs since her parent...Tue, Oct 26 2010 New Book: Return of the Lion People by Michael Milone
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Return of the Lion People by Michael MiloneISBN: 978-1-57128-563-8Readability Level: 7th GradeRecommended Ages: 12-18+Subject/Genre: fiction / prehistoryThe Deaf Character is introduced in the second chapter.Arena Press announces The Return of the Lion People, the second book in the Nasha --- The Wolf Clan faces a terrifying enemy in the second installation of M...Sun, Aug 22 2010 New Book: Secret Signs by T.J. Waters (November 2010)
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Secret Signs by T.J. WatersPaperback: 256 pagesPublisher: Gallaudet University Press; 1st Edition edition (November 30, 2010)SYNOPSIS:Amy Kellen has a new job as a sign language interpreter for All Hands Video Relay Service (VRS), enabling routine telephone calls between the deaf and hearing communities. When a political strategist dies during a video call Amy dis...Sun, Aug 22 2010 New comic book *8 Ways to be Deaf* and interview with Deaf...
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature I am VERY excited about this new comic book 8 Ways to be Deaf by Adrean Clark. The author/artist describes 8 Ways to be Deaf as "the story of a gas station attendant who meets a Deaf woman and takes extraordinary measures to win her. His only problem -- he's his own worst enemy". And, it is FUNNY! If you know me, I laugh a great deal but usually at myself... rarely do...Sun, Jul 25 2010 Interview with Josh Berk, author of my new favorite book,...
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature It took me forever to pick up this book. In May, I mentioned that I knew I was behind because this book was published in February! I'll be honest, I was hesitant to read Josh Berk's book because although I had seen here and there (Facebook status updates, posts from peers, etc) that it was a GREAT book, there was always a mention or two that there were errors about de...Thu, Jul 22 2010 My big fat crush on Josh Berk and his Deaf Character Will...
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature I just finished reading The Dark Days of Hamburger Halpin by Josh Berk and I have to admit that it is one of my new FAVORITES! It is rare to have the Deaf Character as the main character and to also have the story told from his point of view. Even more impressive is that this is Berk’s first novel! Trust me, you're going to adore his character Will Halpin! The book is...Thu, Jul 01 2010 NTID Technology and Deaf Education Symposium
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Blogging: an Effective Tool for Academic Writing Blogging an effective tool for academic writing View more documents from Sharon Pajka.Wed, Jun 30 2010 Deaf issue of m/c - a journal of media and culture
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature The “Deaf” issue of m/c [M/C Journal, Vol. 13, No. 3 (2010)] is now available online. M/C Journal was founded (as "M/C - A Journal of Media and Culture") in 1998 as a place of public intellectualism analysing and critiquing the meeting of media and culture. You may be interested in my contribution Representations of Deafness and Deaf People in Young Adult ...Wed, Jun 30 2010 DAREDEVIL/ECHO: VISION QUEST (PREMIERE HARDCOVER) IN...
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature I don't think I need to go on and on about this... because I always do and you know I love this character (Echo in Daredevil) and artist David Mack (as in MAD PROFESSIONAL CRUSH). But here it is! ISBN: 978-0-7851-4521-9 Release Date: September 29, 2010 Source: Marvel.com DAREDEVIL/ECHO: VISION QUEST (PREMIERE HARDCOVER) ...Wed, Jun 16 2010 The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Across the nation, universities are announcing their 2010 Common Reading selection. Many of them have selected The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, by Rebecca Skloot. Gallaudet University is no exception. Skloot's book has made its way into national and local papers, has become a best seller, and has library patrons waiting in haste! At Gallaudet University, on ...Thu, May 27 2010 My Sister's Voice by Mary Carter
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature My Sister's Voice by Mary Carter Paperback: 352 pages Publisher: Kensington (May 25, 2010) ISBN-10: 0758229208 ISBN-13: 978-0758229205 Product Description A proudly deaf artist in Philadelphia, Lacey Gears is in a relationship with a wonderful man and rarely thinks about her childhood in a home for disabled orphans. That is, until Lacey receives a letter that begins...Tue, May 25 2010 The Dark Days of Hamburger Halpin by Josh Berk
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature The Dark Days of Hamburger Halpin by Josh Berk Reading level: Young Adult Hardcover: 256 pages Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers (February 9, 2010) ISBN-10: 0375856994 ISBN-13: 978-0375856990 About the Book: Being a hefty, deaf newcomer almost makes Will Halpin the least popular guy at Coaler High. But when he befriends the only guy less popular than him, the...Tue, May 25 2010 To Be Released in November!
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Five Flavors of Dumb (This title will be released on November 11, 2010), Antony John Reading level: Ages 9-12 Publisher: Dial THE CHALLENGE: Piper has one month to get a paying gig for Dumb—the hottest new rock band in school. THE DEAL: If she does it, she'll become manager of the band and get her share of the profits, which she desperately needs since her parents r...Wed, Apr 21 2010 Wisconsin Statewide Professional Conference
 Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature How To Deaf CharactersView more presentations from Sharon Pajka-West. Book AnalysisView more documents from Sharon Pajka-West.Wed, Mar 17 2010 Sequel to Meg Burden's NORTHLANDER
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature In June 2008 I had the pleasure of interviewing Meg Burden about her book Northlander. Since that time, Ms. Burden's book has received many notable awards including "Book of the Year, YA Fiction" by ForeWord Magazine and "Notable YA Fiction" by the International Reading Association. I'm very excited to read this new selection in the Tales of the ...Sun, Jan 31 2010 BRINGING UP SOPHIE by Linda Kurtz Kingsley
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature BRINGING UP SOPHIE by Linda Kurtz Kingsley Mike and Pete are once again working together on a project! Mike, who is deaf, and his family are raising Sophie who will one day become a service dog for someone with a disability. Again, Pete and Mike learn to communicate and work together using signs and speech. 24 signs to learn and a puppy to enjoy! In October 2008, ...Mon, Jan 04 2010 Echo- Deaf, Biracial & Multilingual
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Straight from David Mack's page.... March 2010 Marvel Solicitations Below are solicitations for two David Mack-related Marvel projects that will debut in March 2010: Daredevil/Echo: Parts of a Hole Premiere HC Written by DAVID MACK, penciled by JOE QUESADA, cover by JOE QUESADA She is Echo. Though seemingly kindred souls, their secret identities are very much at odd...Mon, Dec 28 2009 Shameless Self Promotion
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature [link] The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) is pleased to announce that Sharon Pajka-West will be speaking at the 2009 NCTE Annual Convention. Pajka-West, of Gallaudet University, Washington, DC, will be presenting during the roundtable session, "Comics, Contacts, and Conflicts: Graphic Novels In the Classroom." An excerpt fromWed, Nov 11 2009 Gallaudet's writer-in-residence Myron Uhlberg's presentation
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Writer-in-residence Myron Uhlberg presented today, or rather told three dynamic stories, about his childhood and his Deaf parents to the Gallaudet University community this afternoon in Elstad Auditorium. Uhlberg, although I think I can call my friend Myron, began with a story about how his parents always considered him such a strange kid. He explained that to be like...Thu, Oct 22 2009 New in Young Adult
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Ricky's Adventures by Rick S. Decker Reading level: Young Adult Perfect Paperback: 160 pages Publisher: Tate Publishing (October 13, 2009) Main Character Ricky is deaf. Product Description I guess we never can tell about some of the things we do in life and how they will affect other people later on...I guess that's why it's so important to always try to do the r...Fri, Oct 16 2009 CODA Author Myron Uhlberg returns to Gallaudet University
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature It may not come as a surprise to anyone that Gallaudet University's First Year Experience program annual Common Reading book selection is Hands of My Father: A Hearing Boy, His Deaf Parents, and the Language of Love by Myron Uhlberg. After a presentation on April 14 by Common Reading Committee members, community members expressed positive feedback for both Mr. Uhlberg...Fri, Oct 16 2009 Jacqueline Woodson interview about her book, Feathers, and...
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature This video is not captioned, for click here for a transcript. Read my interview with Jacqueline Woodson!Thu, Sep 10 2009 Sifting Dirt by Willy Conley
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature SIFTING DIRT by Willy ConleyThanks to Adreanaline for posting a comment about this story.Sat, Aug 15 2009 Ashley Fiolek featured in Might Motoxers
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Mighty Motoxers (X-Moves) by Michael SandlerLibrary Binding: 24 pagesPublisher: Bearport Publishing (August 2009)Includes artciles on the history of Motorcross and includes one article about Ashley Fiolek who races as a pro on the Women's Motorcross Association circuit.Sat, Aug 15 2009 Minor Deaf Charactes in Spring Break
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Spring Break with Paddy O'Rourke by Patti B. Pruitt Paperback: 74 pagesPublisher: Dorrance Publishing (July 16, 2009)Deaf Characters: There is a brief scene where a few Deaf boys who use Sign Language nearly drown and are saved. Product DescriptionSpring Break with Paddy O'Rourke is the second installment of the surprising adventures of young Jason and the leprechaun ...Sat, Aug 15 2009 Interview with Deaf Playwright Willy Conley
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Playwright and Gallaudet University Professor Willy Conley feature deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing characters created from the Deaf perspective in his latest work, "Vignettes of the Deaf Character": And Other Plays by Willy Conley Gallaudet University Press; 1st Edition edition (May 15, 2009). His work has also been recently featured in Deaf American Poet...Mon, Jul 13 2009 Documentary about ASL Poetry, "The Heart of the Hydrogen...
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature I met Miriam in 2007 when she put together an evening of film to close the CAID Conference. As a movie buff, she shared her insights into the representations of deaf people in film. I introduced myself to her at the end of the presentation knowing that we had much in common and we have been Facebook friends ever since.When I interviewed her, she said that she was work...Mon, Jun 29 2009 Secondary Hard of Hearing Character in Certain Girls
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Certain Girls: A Novel by Jennifer WeinerPaperback: 416 pagesPublisher: Washington Square Press; Reprint edition (April 7, 2009) ISBN-10: 0743294262 Reading Level: Mature Teens & AdultsThanks to Julie for recommending this one! "One of the two points of view is a 12-year-old girl who is hard of hearing. She wears hearing aids. Doesn’t sign." Julie also c...Mon, Jun 15 2009 Secondary Deaf Character in Children's Book, Julia's Words
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Julia's Words by Judith L. RothPublisher: Herald Press (April 2009)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 0836194179 Main character, Christina meets Julia, a deaf girl, at a campground. As she spends time with Julia, Christina gets a glimpse of what it might be like to be deaf. She also finds out there’s more than one way to communicate, and that friendship is deeper than sound. ...Mon, Jun 15 2009 CODA Characters and other Resources for Deaf Parents with...
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Thanks to Tom Bull for providing this list of RESOURCES FOR DEAF PARENTS WITH HEARING CHILDREN fact sheet. Also, I have a few other books with CODA characters.... The Story of Edgar Sawtelle: A Novel by David WroblewskiHardcover: 576 pagesPublisher: Ecco (September 19, 2008)Edgar uses sign language to communicate. Louise Wilkes is a CODA and communicates using the Sig...Mon, Jun 15 2009 Deaf Teen Races on Women's Motorcross circuit
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Ashley Fiolek, 18, races as a pro on the Women's Motorcross Association circuit. In the research issue of ESPN The Magazine, you'll find an article about this young Deaf women who is the only woman rider to be featured on the cover of a major U.S. motocross magazine and when Honda Red Bull Racing signed her to its team in January, she became the first American woman w...Sat, Jun 06 2009 Hard of Hearing Character in the movie 'Knowing'
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature In 1959, as part of the dedication ceremony for a new elementary school, a group of students is asked to draw pictures to be stored in a time capsule. But one mysterious girl fills her sheet of paper with rows of apparently random numbers instead. Fifty years later, a new generation of students examines the capsules contents and the girls cryptic message ends up in th...Sat, Jun 06 2009 Deaf Superhero Wanted
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Whether it is to help students improve their reading skills or it is me discussing my favorite superhero, I have posted again and again about Deaf Characters in Comics and Graphic Novels. Thanks to Tracy from Gallaudet for passing this Call for Submissions on to me.Call for Submissions If you created the ultimate deaf superhero, what powers would you add? Who or what ...Wed, Jun 03 2009 Deaf Character in Summer Camp Adventure
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Summer Camp Adventure (Keystone Stables) by Marsha HublerReading level: Ages 9-12Paperback: 144 pages Publisher: Zonderkidz (October 1, 2009) ISBN-10: 0310717957 Product DescriptionFor the summer, Skye and her school friend Chad work at special needs Camp Penn’s Woods. Skye runs into a brick wall when she tries to teach Jonathan Martin, a young deaf boy, how to ride B...Sun, May 24 2009 Marlee Matlin Booksigning
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Marlee Matlin will sign copies of her new autobiography, I'll Scream Later, on Saturday, May 16, noon, at Borders, 1801 K Street, NW, Washington, D.C. To read an excerpt of her book, click here. Note: While Matlin has published books for young adults, this is intended for adults and mature teens.I'll Scream LaterHardcover: 336 pages Publisher: Simon Spotlight Entertai...Fri, May 15 2009 New in Paperback- The Sign for Drowning
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature The Sign for Drowning: A Novel by Rachel Stolzman is being released in paperback this June! Paperback: 208 pages Publisher: Trumpeter (June 9, 2009) ISBN-10: 1590307208 Also, check out the author's website for news, bio, and contact information. You can also read my interview with the author last May! From Publishers WeeklyAs Stolzman's character-driven debut opens, e...Wed, May 13 2009 New Publication- Longshot: The Adventures of a Deaf...
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Longshot:The Adventures of a Deaf Fundamentalist Mormon Kid and His Journey to the NBA by Lance Allred Hardcover: 272 pages Publisher: HarperOne (May 26, 2009) Language: English ISBN-10: 0061718580 Book DescriptionLance Allred was probably the last person you'd expect to make it in professional sports. Not only did he grow up on a polygamist commune in Montana, he str...Wed, May 13 2009 International Reading Association Presentation
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Welcome International Reading Association members. Below is my PowerPoint from my presentation at the conference. Note to the right side of this post you'll find a Deaf Character store where you can purchase the books that I discuss throughout the blog; my list of 100+ and Counting list of books currently with 194 contemporary publications; archives to view past posts...Mon, May 11 2009 Nobody's Perfect: The Bilingual Musical
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Last year, I went to see Nobody's Perfect, the bilingual musical, at the Kennedy Center. Now, thanks to the Anonymous Comment left on my blog, the performance may be coming to a place near you! The national tour of Nobody's Perfect will indeed be passing through California (in early 2010). A venue in the San Diego area has released one of the performance dates:Link to...Thu, Apr 30 2009 Deaf American Poetry
Deaf Characters in Adolescent Literature Deaf American Poetry: An Anthology, John Lee Clark, EditorPaperback: 280 pages Publisher: Gallaudet University Press; 1st Edition edition (March 15, 2009)Product Description“The Deaf poet is no oxymoron,” declares editor John Lee Clark in his introduction to Deaf American Poetry: An Anthology. The 95 poems by 35 Deaf American poets in this volume more than confirm his...Sun, Apr 26 2009 |
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