7-8 p.m.
Free
Description
Please note: Registration is not yet open for this event. It will open in March 2026.
Unlock the power of Interactive reading for children who are deaf/hard of hearing (DHH)! Looking for fresh, effective ways to make reading time truly engaging? Join us for a dynamic presentation featuring 15 proven principles for reading aloud with children who are DHH, adapted from strategies used by parents who are DHH themselves. Discover how bilingual engagement in American Sign Language (ASL) and English can transform literacy development, and learn practical techniques like expressive signing, storytelling variation, roleplay, and real-world connections. These research-backed strategies don’t just make reading fun—they build a strong foundation for language and literacy success.
Audience
This webinar is for adult family members of children in Michigan who are DHH.
Online Event Expectations
This live webinar will be held via Zoom. Participants do not need to have a Zoom account to participate in the webinar, although you might be prompted to download a plugin when joining. Please review Zoom Tips and Shortcuts for Participants [PDF] before the event.
Participants are expected to be respectful and courteous to others during this event. MDE RDHH reserves the right to mute, turn off video, and/or remove participants who do not adhere to this expectation. Attendees must also be able to log into and participate in this event individually. This event is not conducive to group participation.
Accessibility Accommodations
It is important for participants to request accessibility accommodations (e.g., American Sign Language interpreter, captioning) at least three weeks prior to the event. Outside agencies our office contracts with to provide accommodations cannot guarantee services if requests are made in less than three weeks.