Making Sense in Sign

Discover the inspiring journey in Making Sense in Sign by Jenny Froude, a heartfelt biography that highlights the power of communication against all odds. Published by Channel View Publications Ltd in 2003, this engaging paperback spans 192 pages and chronicles the life of Tom, a young boy whose world was transformed through sign language after losing his hearing to meningitis.

Froude beautifully illustrates how Tom's confidence blossomed through joyful and positive communication steps from infancy. The narrative delves into the challenges he faced, including a brush with epilepsy and the journey to receiving a cochlear implant in his teens, ultimately leading to his life as an independent young adult. This book is a must-read for parents of deaf children, educators, and anyone interested in the nuances of language and communication. Join Jenny Froude in celebrating the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of finding one’s voice in a silent world.