
08/12/2025
This summer, we had the joy of hosting our long-running story-based program for children with hearing loss, Storytime Friends. What an adventure it was! 📚✨
Each day centered around a new children’s book, and the stories came to life through hands-on, experiential activities that connected directly to the themes and characters. From imaginative play to sensory-rich crafts and outdoor games, our campers were immersed in storytelling in ways that supported language, listening, and literacy.
All of the activities were thoughtfully planned and led by our amazing graduate students in audiology, who brought creativity, energy, and expertise to every moment. They were intentional about creating an environment where every child's communication needs are supported and where listening and spoken language skills can naturally grow through meaningful experiences. A special thanks to UW's McBurney Disability Resource Center for providing American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters who helped bring our stories to life.
By blending engaging stories with real-world experiences, we created a space where kids could explore, connect, and grow—all while building communication skills and having FUN. 💬🧠🎨
We’re so proud of these amazing kids and grateful to the families who joined us this summer. ❤️