Families’ preferences for sources of hearing loss information will vary. A few recent publications are listed here to help you get started! Ask other parents and professionals for more suggestions.
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Books
Bodner-Johnson, B., & Sass-Lehrer, M. (Ed.) The Young Deaf or Hard of Hearing Child. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes, 2003.
Boystown Language Partners: Building a Strong Foundation [DVD]. Omaha, NE: Boystown, 2006.
Chute, P. & Nevins, M.E. The Parents’ Guide to Cochlear Implants. Washington D.C.: Gallaudet University, 2002.
Clark, M. A Practical Guide to Quality Interaction with Children Who Have a Hearing Loss. San Diego, CA: Plural, 2006.
Cole, E.B., & Flexer, C. Children with Hearing Loss: Developing Listening and Talking. San Diego, CA: Plural, 2007.
Cornett, R.O., &., Daisey, M.E., 2nd ed. Cued Speech Resource Book. Bethesda, MD: National Cued Speech Association, 2001.
Estabrooks, W. Auditory Verbal Therapy and Practice. San Diego: Plural, 2006
Luterman, D. (Ed.) Children with Hearing Loss. Sedona, AZ: Auricle, 2006.
Parker, J.N. & Parker, P.M. (Ed.) Hearing Loss - A Medical Dictionary, Bibliography, and Annotated Research Guide to Internet. San Diego: Icon Health, 2004.
Schwartz, S. (Ed.) Choices in Deafness: A Parent’s Guide to Communication Options 3rd ed. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House, 2007.
Thompson, S.A. & Nelson-Metlay, V., Teach Your Tot to Sign: The Parents' Guide to American Sign Language. Washington, D.C.: Gallaudet University, 2005.
Waldman, D. & Roush, J. Your Child’s Hearing Loss: A Guide for Parents. San Diego: Plural Publishing, 2010..
Online Resources
Parents can search for suggestions and strategies at these sites. Inclusion on this list does not indicate endorsement of a specific organization, nor does exclusion mean other sites are not excellent. These links can serve as initial references.
Advanced Bionics CI Listening Room
American Society for Deaf Children
ASL University first 100 signs
Beginnings for Parents of Children with Hearing Loss
Cochlear Americas Parent Resources
Early Hearing Detection Intervention
Hands and Voices Parent Organization
Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center
National Association of the Deaf Resources
National Cued Speech Association
National Early Childhood Technical Assistance
National Institute on Deafness