Never Mind
Duke the deaf dog does not like it when he's told "never mind."
Whether it happens at preschool or the park, both parents and children will relate to feeling left out when you aren't part of the action. A great way to teach children that everyone deserves to be included in conversations.
Bonus American Sign Language material inside:
Learn 10 ASL signs within the story.
Learn 5 ASL concepts for the English words never mind.
Watch the ASL lesson, vocabulary words, and the complete story signed on video using the link provided in the book.
Watch a deaf parent sign the Never Mind story on video using the link provided in the book.
About the Author
Murray, Theresa: - Theresa Murray has been creating custom art and murals for over 20 years. She pulls from her past as a grooming assistant to inspire the dog personalities for this series. Theresa lives in Omaha, Nebraska with her husband, two sons, and their Westie, Tinkerbell.Brakenhoff, Kelly: - Kelly Brakenhoff is an American Sign Language Interpreter whose motivation for learning ASL began in high school when she wanted to converse with her deaf friends. Kelly has published two mystery novels, Death by Dissertation and Dead Week. Never Mind is her first children's picture book. In her free time she's a half-marathon runner, chocolate lover, wife, mom and grandma, and Husker fan. She and her husband have a 2 year old German Wirehair Pointer and an elderly Cockapoo. Follow her Facebook page @kellybrakenhoffauthor for the latest news