Talk to the Hands Learning

01/09/2026

13/08/2026

This is something I have worked with more and more; it brings me so much joy when these children communicate with me, through sign, gesture, voice or simply expression. 🥰

A child who talks freely at home but becomes unable to speak at school isn’t being rude, stubborn or choosing not to communicate.

Situational Mutism is driven by anxiety. In certain environments, the pressure to speak can become so overwhelming that the words simply won’t come — even when the child desperately wants to talk.

Understanding this changes how we respond.

Less pressure. More patience. Alternative ways to communicate. And time to build safety and confidence at the child’s pace.

Save this post as a useful reference or share it with someone supporting a child who finds speaking difficult in certain situations.

21/07/2026

04/05/2026

04/05/2026

Parents often notice the small things first. Understanding what they might mean can make all the difference for deaf children.

Deaf Awareness Week starts today. In the UK, many deaf children are not identified straight away, and the signs can be easy to miss or misunderstand:

• Not responding when called.
• Struggling to follow instructions.
• Seeming withdrawn or frustrated.

And sometimes, these are not seen as signs of deafness at all. The earlier a child is identified, the earlier they can get the vital support they need.

That’s why this week and beyond, we’ll be sharing some practical resources to help you spot the signs of deafness, communicate with confidence, and support deaf children at home, school or in your care 💜

Explore our deaf awareness resources here: https://go.ndcs.org.uk/fbdaw2026launch

04/05/2026

04/05/2026

💙 Deaf Awareness Week 2026 💛
📅 4–10
“Right to Understand”

In our home it’s Deaf awareness day everyday .

How Deaf aware are you? 🤔

By being more Deaf Aware together , we break barriers. 🤝
This week is about championing communication, inclusion, and access for Deaf people everywhere. From learning a few signs to creating truly accessible spaces, every action matters.

In the UK, 18 million people are Deaf— yet many barriers still exist every day.

✨ Deafness is a spectrum from lip readers , to hearing aid users , to cochlear implant wearers and Abi wearers to the unaided who many use bsl
✨ BSL is a language used by culturally Deaf and hearing families with profoundly Deaf children
✨ 9 out of 10 Deaf children are born to hearing parents
✨ Small changes can make a BIG difference

From learning a few signs to improving communication, we all have a role to play in creating a more inclusive world 🌍

👉 Challenge: What will YOU do this week to be more Deaf aware?

Each day this week we will be sharing some Deaf Awareness information , hints and tips for you . Let’s break barriers together 🤝

04/05/2026

Sign language diversifies communication to include everyone.
It’s a beautiful skill that benefits all
Talk to the Hands Learning

Beginning tomorrow, it’s Deaf Awareness Week.

For us, this isn’t something new — it’s part of everyday life, every week, every month, every year.

But this week gives us the chance to shine a bigger light on Deaf culture, language, and community.

Let’s come together, raise awareness, celebrate BSL, and make sure everyone feels included.

29/04/2026

Yes! 🥰

21/04/2026

Love all things communication!