Thank you

Thanks a Lot! (1995) by Lucille R. Kraiman

Reading level: Ages 4-8
Paperback: 86 pages
Publisher: Butte Publications

Although this book is over a decade old, its message is perfect for today. Main character, Jordan, is used to attending a school where he uses sign language. Now that he has moved to a new school where he will need to use speech, will he fit in? And, will he be included in the Thanksgiving play?

I want to thank you for visiting my blog. It has certainly been a wonderful year--bigger and better than I even expected. I have met so many wonderful readers and authors along the way. I am truly grateful.

For those of you new to this blog, here is a recap of some of the exciting features. First, check out the 100+ and Counting List which includes adolescent literature books with Deaf Characters that is now up to 165 books! I continually update this list but don't move the post from the February 17, 2007 date. You can find the list by scrolling down on the right to the section entitled Blog Archives. Here is the link as a quick reference. 165 (and counting) Adolescent Literature Books with Deaf Characters

Also, I am incredibly honored and lucky to have had so many great interviews this year. If you've missed them, here is a quick guide.

§ Tami Lee Santimyer--actress (November 14, 2007)

§ Eleanor Robins (November 14, 2007)
§ Janice Greene (November 3, 2007)

§ Anne Colledge (October 27,2007)

§ Megan McDonald (October 20, 2007)

§ J.G. Martinson (October 13, 2007)

§ Clint Kelly (October 6, 2007)
§ Jacqueline Woodson (September 29, 2007)

§ Sarah Miller (September 22,2007)

§ David Mack (September 15, 2007)

§ Jamie Berke (August 25, 2007)

§ Delia Ray (August 23, 2007)

§ Jodi Cutler Del Dottore (posted August 13, 2007)
§ Penny Warner (posted July 27, 2007)

§ T.C. Boyle (posted July 23, 2007)

§ Jean Ferris (posted June 30, 2007)

§ Ginny Rorby (posted June 23, 2007)

§ Jean Andrews (posted June 20, 2007)

§ Doug Cooney (posted June 18, 2007)

§ Lois Hodge (posted May 5, 2007)