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Roar of silence

A biography of deaf athlete Kenny Walker, discussing his efforts to succeed as a professional football player, and telling how he overcame depression after leaving the sport and found a way to go on with his life.
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For hearing people only

answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about the Deaf community, its culture, and the "Deaf reality"
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Deaf persons in the arts and sciences

a biographical dictionary
An alphabetcal listing of biographies of deaf persons who have made contributions to society in the arts and sciences including artists, sculptures, educators, writers, inventors, actors, missionaries, scientists, historians, and many others.
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Don't just "sign"-- communicate!

a student's guide to ASL and the deaf community
2011
Discusses how to understand the cultural significance of American Sign Language (ASL) within the deaf community and reveals how application of this knowledge can allow one to extend one's comprehension and usage of ASL.
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Helen Keller

crusader for the blind and deaf
Helen's victory over her handicaps with the help of Anne Sullivan.
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See what I'm saying

the deaf entertainers documentary
A comic, a drummer, an actor and a singer, who are all well-known entertainers in the deaf community, are followed as they attempt to cross over to mainstream audiences. These uniquely talented entertainers overcome great challenges to celebrate success.

Audism unveiled

This powerful documentary uses real life experiences from Deaf people of varied social, racial, and educational backgrounds showing how audism does lasting and harmful damage.

Just be yourself

Rick refused to wear his hearing aid on his first day at Carter High because he was afraid the other students would not want to be his friend if they knew he had a hearing problem.

Jessi's secret language

Jessi's learning a special language for a very special child.

Signing at school

sign language for kids
Illustrations of American Sign Language, along with labeled photos, introduce children to words and phrases useful for signing at school.

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