Listening to the Quiet
Cassie Silva author Frances Ives illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Lantana Publishing
Published:1st Oct '24
Should be back in stock very soon
This paperback is available in another edition too:
- Hardback£12.99(9781915244482)
“Listening to the Quiet ... signals to us ... that loving others is the loudest language of all.” - The New York Times
Jacki’s mama has a rare condition. She is slowly losing her hearing. Together, they are learning Sign Language so that they’ll always be able to tell each other everything. But as Mama’s world becomes quieter, Jacki’s remains full of sound, especially on Music Appreciation Fridays. How can Jacki enjoy listening to music when her mama can no longer hear it?
A heartfelt story, inspired by the author’s childhood, about a young girl coming to terms with her mother’s hearing loss and finding new ways to experience the world together.
"An inviting, informative read-aloud choice for classes studying the senses and children curious about deafness.”—Booklist
"A personal, child-friendly approach to sensory changes. This gently loving story will be especially appreciated by readers whose family members, friends, or classmates are experiencing hearing loss.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Listening to the Quiet celebrates the community around Jacki and her mother, and signals to us ... that loving others is the loudest language of all.” - The New York Times
* The New York TImes *“This beautifully inclusive story resounds with hope. It is a celebration of a relationship not defined by disability, but by love. The story shows that deafness does not have to isolate. It can deepen wonder, inspire mutual respect and be life-enhancing." - Books For Topics, 50 Best Books for Reception
* Books For Topi- Long-listed for UKLA Book Awards 2025 (UK)
ISBN: 9781836290216
Dimensions: 260mm x 260mm x 5mm
Weight: 180g