Deafness (Living with...)

by EmmaHaughton (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  1999

  $8.15

  Explaining why some people are deaf; the range of the word deafness , from being slightly impaired to total deafness; the difference between going to a mainstream or a special school, and how deaf people manage, this book shows readers through four case studies, that it is often society , not deaf people's condition, that limits them. This book has been checked by the National Deaf Children's Society and the RNID and included is a list of useful addresses and organisations.

• Used

  Paperback
  2002

  $3.28

  Sensitively written and illustrated, this book looks at the subject of deafness. Following the real-life experiences of deaf children, readers will discover the medical reasons behind deafness and how deaf children cope with their condition. Readers will be given a real insight into the lives of young deaf people and will learn ways in which they can help. Complete with photographs, glossary, further information section and index.