Listen and Talk

Listen and Talk Listen and Talk teaches children with hearing loss to communicate and learn through listening and spoken language.

Listen and Talk is a specialized listening and spoken language program serving deaf and hard-of-hearing children from birth through school age based in Kirkland, Washington.

12/04/2025

๐ŸŽถ What's Inside the Bag? ๐ŸŽถ

Our sound journey continues with our beloved classroom tradition - The Connection Bag. Current and alumni families know what a highlight this is for our students. This joyful game sparks curiosity, fosters connection, and opens conversation among our Blended Classroom students.

๐ŸŽฅ Video Feature of the Week:
Enjoy this sweet moment as one of our students takes their turn with the Connection Bag during class.

Your support helps make moments like these possible.
๐Ÿ’™ Join us in The Sound of Giving:
Donate: https://listenandtalk.org/donate/the-sound-of-giving

๐Ÿ’™ Tomorrow! In-Person Meeting! ๐Ÿ’™ Hey Listen and Talk families โ€” Birth to Three, Blended Classroom, Outreach, and Alumni ...
12/02/2025

๐Ÿ’™ Tomorrow! In-Person Meeting! ๐Ÿ’™

Hey Listen and Talk families โ€” Birth to Three, Blended Classroom, Outreach, and Alumni โ€” this oneโ€™s for you!

Our third (and only!) in-person Parent Advisory Council Information Gathering Meeting is happening tomorrow morning at our Kirkland campus.

Come grab a cup of coffee, connect with other parents, and join the conversation about how we can strengthen parent-to-parent supports within our amazing Listen and Talk community.

We canโ€™t wait to see you there! ๐Ÿ’•

๐Ÿ“ Where: Listen and Talk โ€“ Kirkland Campus
๐Ÿ—“ When: Wednesday, December 3 | 9:00โ€“10:00 AM
๐Ÿ‘‰ RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelFoCyRZxxfgGorfhV7BdQLj5SOK3M_t2-CKo9E5RMfMdY2A/viewform

๐Ÿ’™ Tomorrow! Friendly Reminder! ๐Ÿ’™ All Birth to Three, Blended Classroom, Outreach, and Alumni families!Grab your lunch an...
12/01/2025

๐Ÿ’™ Tomorrow! Friendly Reminder! ๐Ÿ’™

All Birth to Three, Blended Classroom, Outreach, and Alumni families!

Grab your lunch and join us for our second virtual Parent Advisory Council Info Gathering Meeting.

Whether you joined the first session or this is your first time, everyone is welcome.
Letโ€™s connect, share ideas, and keep building our amazing community together. ๐Ÿ’•

When: Tuesday, December 2 | 11:30โ€“12:30 PM | Virtual
RSVP here: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelFoCyRZxxfgGorfhV7BdQLj5SOK3M_t2-CKo9E5RMfMdY2A/viewform]

Sharing another great opportunity for teens in our community!
12/01/2025

Sharing another great opportunity for teens in our community!

Building Tomorrowโ€™s Leaders Today. Applications are NOW OPEN for LOFT 2026!

AG Bellโ€™s Leadership Opportunities for Teens (LOFT)program is a five-day, sleepaway leadership experience for high school students (ages 14โ€“18) who are deaf and hard of hearing and use listening and spoken language as their primary mode of communication.

LOFT helps teens strengthen skills in leadership, teamwork, group dynamics, public speaking, and self-advocacy. Best of all, itโ€™s fun, and teens make life-long friends and meaningful connections.

Weโ€™re also looking for:
โ€ข Mentors and counselors to guide teens in leadership and life skills
โ€ข An intern with strong communication and organizational strengths and a passion for empowering DHH youth

Learn more and apply today at AGBell.org. Scholarships are also available!

๐ŸŒŸ Voices of Giving ๐ŸŒŸ Kevin S. shares his โ€œwhyโ€:"I give because Listen and Talkโ€™s specialized programs create a world of ...
12/01/2025

๐ŸŒŸ Voices of Giving ๐ŸŒŸ

Kevin S. shares his โ€œwhyโ€:
"I give because Listen and Talkโ€™s specialized programs create a world of expanded possibilities for children and families pursuing listening and spoken language."

Thanks, Kevin! You're support means the world to us.

Throughout the month, weโ€™re sharing the stories, the sounds, and the supporters who shape our mission.

Stay tuned for The Sound of Giving!
https://listenandtalk.org/donate/the-sound-of-giving/

11/28/2025

๐Ÿ’™ The Power of Monthly Giving ๐Ÿ’™
This season, weโ€™re celebrating how small monthly gifts make a big impact. A donation of just $25/month adds up to $300/year โ€” and that consistency truly matters.

A gift at this level can easily cover critical, smaller, or recurring supply needs. In our Birth to Three Program, this could cover the purchase of a new hot spot or tablet stand for a family in the program to access virtual services.

Our Birth to Three providers serve families with both in-person and virtual services all over the state.

๐ŸŒŸ Start a recurring donation today! https://listenandtalk.org/donate/the-sound-of-giving/

AG Bell is once again partnering with Camp Westwind to reserve 10 spots in their summer camp program for kids ages 7-14 ...
11/26/2025

AG Bell is once again partnering with Camp Westwind to reserve 10 spots in their summer camp program for kids ages 7-14 years old who are deaf/hard of hearing. See the flyer and link below for more details!

Longing for summer already? Then check out our summer camp session for DHH kids and teens at Camp Westwind! Registration opens soon! A great holiday gift idea!
Fill out this form for more info: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMU0Q8-yIrqOfagN2c1XwUkvXj95_0WWV6SNFFm5WmgXjlXA/viewform

Spots fill up fast!

11/26/2025

๐ŸŒŸ The Big Sounds and the Little Sounds๐ŸŒŸ

Every sound helps shape a toddler's world - from loud moments at the playground to the quiet voice of a parent reading before bedtime. Early and consistent access to sound is critical when teaching listening and spoken language.

At Listen and Talk, providers in our Birth to Three program coach families to be their childโ€™s best teacher, support developmental growth, and build confidence โ€” all with a flexible approach that adjusts with lifeโ€™s ups and downs.

๐ŸŽฅ Video Feature of the Week:
Meet an almostโ€“three-year-old who confidently shares about her hearing technology and how it helps her hear both the big and little sounds that shape her day.

Your support helps make moments like these possible.
๐Ÿ’™ Join us in The Sound of Giving:
https://listenandtalk.org/donate/the-sound-of-giving

๐ŸŒŸ Listening & Spoken Language (LSL) Strategy Spotlight: Auditory SandwichWhat it is: Information is presented through li...
11/22/2025

๐ŸŒŸ Listening & Spoken Language (LSL) Strategy Spotlight: Auditory Sandwich

What it is:
Information is presented through listening before the introduction of visual or other support information is given to a child. When visual information is needed to assist in comprehension, the information is then put back into the auditory only presentation.

What to do:
1. Auditory input is given first to ensure the focus is on listening to gain meaning
2. Visual/tactile input is added, when appropriate (may be eye gaze, pointing, showing a toy, etc.)
3. Auditory input is repeated again without the visual input

Why it matters:
Children who are deaf or hard of hearing need to learn to trust their hearing and rely on auditory input to learn spoken language. The auditory sandwich encourages comprehension and communication through the childโ€™s auditory abilities.

๐Ÿ’™ Happening Tomorrow! ๐Ÿ’™ Hey Listen and Talk families โ€” Birth to Three, Blended Classroom, Outreach, and Alumni โ€” this on...
11/19/2025

๐Ÿ’™ Happening Tomorrow! ๐Ÿ’™

Hey Listen and Talk families โ€” Birth to Three, Blended Classroom, Outreach, and Alumni โ€” this oneโ€™s for you!

Weโ€™re kicking off our very first Parent Advisory Council Information Gathering Meeting โ€” and we want your voice to be part of it!

Virtually join other parents, share your thoughts and ideas, and help us dream up whatโ€™s next for our amazing community.

๐Ÿ—“ When: Thursday, November 20 | 11:30โ€“12:30 PM (virtual meeting)
๐Ÿ‘‰ RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelFoCyRZxxfgGorfhV7BdQLj5SOK3M_t2-CKo9E5RMfMdY2A/viewform

Address

8244 122nd Avenue NE
Kirkland, WA
98033

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12069856646

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