deafness

When Kim, a hearing-impaired girl, begins going to a regular school after having been in a special one, she finds that she isn't as different as she had feared because everyone she meets has individual differences, too.

Explains the condition of deafness, its possible causes, and how it affects the everyday lives of those who are dealing with it.

Discusses various forms and degrees of deafness, how it may be caused and how it can be treated, and how individuals cope with it.

Examines the causes, prevention, and treatment of deafness describing some of the major causes of hearing loss such as continuous loud music, inadequate prenatal care, and advances in technology to help the hearing impaired.

Presents a description of what causes deafness, explaining what it is like to be deaf, and discusses such topics as lip-reading and sign language.

Simple text and photographs describe the condition of deafness and some of the everyday activities of children who are deaf.

Learn about deafness and hearing impairments, including the causes and treatments, presented in a pro-con format from a variety of primary and secondary sources.

Nine-year-old Hildy's story begins with her secret that she is losing her hearing.

The kids think Emma's sneakers are freaky! They say they are gross, weird and childish. But they don't know how exciting Emma's mysterious Magic Closet is!.

Discusses deafness, its causes, and how deaf people cope with their condition and live full lives despite their inability to hear.