Duke the Deaf Dog does not like being told "never mind." Whether it happens at preschool or the park, both parents and children will relate to feeling left out when you aren't part of the action. A great way to teach children that everyone deserves to be included in conversations. You'll love the Duke the Deaf Dog ASL Series for children ages 3-9: If you want your young child to learn American Sign Language while reading a fun storybook - If you're an educator or special education professional looking for diversity resources for your classroom, - If you know a child who is deaf or hard of hearing American Sign Language resources included with every purchase: Learn 10 ASL signs within the story. - Learn 5 ASL concepts for the English words never mind. - Watch the ASL lesson, vocabulary words, and the complete story signed on video using the link provided in the book. 5-stars from Readers' Favorite "Kelly Brakenhoff's picture book story, Never Mind (Duke the Deaf Dog ASL), is a touching story about a deaf dog and how he interacts with his friends and his siblings. He likes to be part of all that is going on around him, but he doesn't like it when others tell him to "never mind." The language is simple and will appeal to the young reader. The plot develops steadily with compassion. The illustrations are super and definitely help carry the story along. On some pages, there are windows showing a person signing a word used in the story. At the end of the book, the author explains the multiple meanings of "never mind" and how the words are signed differently depending on the meaning intended. A wonderful way to introduce young readers to differences and learning to be patient, kind and understanding at all times. Because no one appreciates being brushed aside with a 'never mind.'" Duke the Deaf Dog ASL Series looks at growing up through the experiences of a Deaf or Hard of Hearing child, characterized by Duke the Deaf Dog.  Follow Duke's story as he grows up with his parents, brothers, and friends. Each story in the series teaches American Sign Language signs and an ASL or Deaf Culture lesson to readers. Bonus material after the story shares people's real experiences about the topics in the books. Bonus online videos provide opportunities to practice the signs and lessons in the books. KELLY BRAKENHOFF writes the Cassandra Sato Mystery series including DEATH BY DISSERTATION, a 2020 RONE Award Mystery Finalist, DEAD WEEK, "a diverting whodunit," (Publishers Weekly), and DEAD OF WINTER BREAK comping in November, 2020. Kelly is an American Sign Language Interpreter whose motivation for learning ASL began in high school when she wanted to converse with her deaf friends. NEVER MIND and FARTS MAKE NOISE, her children's picture books featuring Duke the Deaf Dog and illustrated by her sister, Theresa Murray, have quickly become popular with children, parents, and educators for promoting inclusive conversations about children with differences. Sign up here to get free Duke coloring pages, exclusive stories, and recipes with Kelly's monthly newsletter. mailchi.mp/78c3aaa46ef3/kellybrakenhoffnews