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Self-Advocacy Sinister, The Bad Listener
$ 5
This resource is a hilarious self-advocacy activity. Your students will say it is their favorite activity and, you will know they are learning to become the boss of their hearing loss. It was created
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to encourage self-advocacy skills in children who are deaf and hard of hearing but is effective when targeting listening skills in all kids.The Premise: Sinister has two ears, wears great hearing devices, and has been in listening and language therapy since he was a toddler. But, it doesn’t matter. Sinister is a BAD listener! He doesn’t try and makes up excuses for not listening. Sinister gets in a whole lot of trouble because he doesn’t listen.The adult leads a discussion using Sinister’s poor excuses for not listening. Kids love imagining the trouble Sinister gets himself into because he doesn’t listen. This activity is an easy, no-prep way to encourage the child to be Boss of Your Hearing Loss. Parents can use it at home, teachers and therapists both face-to-face and during tele-practice. While not age-specific it has been successfully used with kids in 1st grade and up through middle school. This resource can be easily leveled up or down to meet various children's goals and needs.Sinister The Bad Listener requires no prep or planning because everything is in this resource. It can be easily used by parents at home, teachers, and therapists both face-to-face and on tele-platforms. This Digital - No Print resource can be opened and played with your favorite PDF reader app on a tablet. When playing on a computer, open and use a PDF reader such as the free Adobe Acrobat Reader DC. Boom LearningSinister the Bad Listener is also available as a Boom Deck in the Listen With Lynn Boom Learning store. Please note: Sinister The Bad Listener is a serve-and-return conversational game between the adult and the listener. There is no audio component or sound bytes included.◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈You'll love all these resources for kids with hearing loss and self-advocacy activities!❤ ❤ Check out the Bundle of 8 Self-Advocacy $$ saving bundle! SELF-ADVOCACY Tips For Communication Success (Free)SELF-ADVOCACY The 5 L's For Listening (Free)SELF-ADVOCACY This or That?SELF-ADVOCACY Bluffing Never Have I Ever ActivitySELF-ADVOCACY Role Play Real-Life ConnectionsSELF-ADVOCACY Scenarios At Group Gatherings & CelebrationsSELF-ADVOCACY Sinister The Bad ListenerSELF-ADVOCACY Scenarios - Turning Lemons Into LemonadeSELF-ADVOCACY Perk Up Your Ears (Ear-related sayings and idioms)SELF-ADVOCACY Listen & Draw Directions◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ ◈ CUSTOMER TIPS:➼ Click here to stay updated!➼ Be the first to know about freebies, sales, and product launches.➼ New products are 50% off the first 24 hours
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Beyond the Sky’s Limit -PPT
$ 3
NOTE: Powerpoint Presentation for viewing on PCA collection of comic strips revealing troublesome situations for teens with hearing loss. Includes commentary on how each humorous situation might be re
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resolved.20 more situations and scenarios that mix humor with compassion in negotiating social communication.More antics and advocacy for teens and tweens with hearing loss.
Article: Exploring the Effects of Communication Intervention for Developing Pragmatic Language Impairments
$ 0
Study aimed to identify the type and intensity of intervention to result in improvement in communication behavior for pragmatic language.
Making Introductions
$ 195
Teaching children how to introduce themselves or how to introduce others. Worksheets include: name tag cut out for pre-k students; getting to know more about each other game; interviewing each other
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; making third party introductions; complete each introduction; introductions task cards, job interview practice
Advocacy-Talk from the Trenches-Team You!
$ 2
Engage teens in discussion and goal-setting for future success as a young adult with hearing loss. See BUNDLE at S0XSOC739.
Asking Questions
$ 195
These activities focus on encouraging students to be curious; asking questions to get more information rather than worry about syntactical correctness. Worksheets include: Make up a story using who,
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what, why, where, and how picture cards; asking questions board game; asking questions in an interview and writing summary of responses; asking why questions - and seeking answers - about the world around us
Advocacy - Talk from the Trenches BUNDLE
$ 395
Self-knowledge, self-acceptance and social acceptance are critical for a student's overall well-being. This bundle of teacher information, worksheets, and activities include a range of social topics f
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rom understanding hearing loss to civil and legal rights. Students will acquire new vocabulary, use critical thinking skills to solve problems, and be offered opportunities for self-discovery and discussion. Information and activities are meant for advanced learners. Collected IDs in the BUNDLE: S0XTRN730, S0XSCI731, S0XSCI0732, S0XSOC0733, S0XSOC0734, S0XSOC0735, S0XSCI0736, S0XSCI0737, S0xADV0738.
Getting to Know You
$ 195
Suggested preparations for the teacher with a diverse classroom on the first day of school. Worksheets include: Coloring page of students with disabilities for pre-K; inclusion games; similarities a
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nd differences survey and follow up activities.
Class Rules and Expectations Posters ASL
$ 695
These vibrant and inclusive Class Rules and Expectations Posters with Sign Language are the perfect addition to your teaching toolkit to create a welcoming and harmonious learning environment for all.
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Every child’s unique learning style is valued in our classrooms, and inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. These 10 eye-catching posters have colorful backgrounds, delightful illustrations, and written expectations. But that’s not all! We’ve gone the extra mile by incorporating Sign Language signs, making it easier for our little ones to communicate effectively and fostering a sense of unity.Rules and Expectations Word WallThe Classroom Word Wall Posters are here to enrich vocabulary and comprehension. Each poster features words and engaging illustrations, enhancing memory retention and making learning an exciting adventure. Additionally, we’ve included Word and Signs posters, encouraging active participation, and reinforcing the connection between signs and their meanings. By acquiring these expressions, students can engage effectively with their peers and lay the groundwork for a lifetime of courtesy and empathy.Sign Language and Classroom ManagementImagine the joy on your student’s faces as they discover the power of Sign Language. By using these signs, children build essential communication skills and develop empathy and respect for others. The benefits extend beyond language development; they can even assist with classroom management by providing an alternative way to convey important messages without disruption.
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