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on A person’s identity is formed over time, the result of a mixture of experience and exposure to people from various linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Over time we come to affiliate ourselves with groups that share our worldview. For many, a c/koda identity is forged through experiences at camp or conference- but what steps may be… Continue Reading 10 Ways to build a c/koda identity
on Here is another list of deaf culture costumes this year for you and your family to choose from! If you haven’t come up with a costume already our list might have an idea for you. Some of them may require some creativity and some artistic skill but are sure to be a hit! 1. Dress up… Continue Reading 10 More Costume Ideas For the Deaf Community
on In the past few decades significant technological and social changes have altered the cultural landscape of the deaf community. Even as video-chatting, vlogging, and VRI have changed the ways in which we connect and communicate, community members still connect over a shared nostalgia for the objects of our (recent) past. 1.Green monster – Affectionately known… Continue Reading 10 #throwbacks of U.S. Deaf Culture
on Introducing new signs and phrases to your friends, family, and community members is a great way to encourage deeper relationships with members of koda-deaf families! Jumping into an ASL course may be a bit intimidating, but small steps may help non-signers to develop a foundation for language and communication. Here are a couple useful… Continue Reading 10 sign language phrases to teach your friend
on Many koda campers find themselves homesick for the camp experience. Whether you were unable to attend a camp session this summer, or you’ve just gotten home, there are some fun ways to recreate your camp experience near you! 1. Missing that overnight camping trip? Invite other koda families and plan a weekend at… Continue Reading 10 Activities for Kodas Who Can’t Attend a Camp
on According to the American Community Survey (a part of the United States Census), roughly one in five American children over the age of five years old use English as well as an additional language at home. Hearing children of Deaf adults are among these bilingual/multilingual children! How does a multilingual environment influence their psychological, emotional,… Continue Reading 10 Advantages to Being Multilingual
on Across the world scholars are engaged in academic research on a variety of subjects. These figures explore, create, and teach in labs and institutions of higher education. Their work challenges our thinking and changes the ways in which we make sense of the world. Did you know that among these leaders are members of our… Continue Reading 10 Coda Researchers
on Many members of the Deaf community creatively adapt their households to suit their cultural, linguistic, and sensory preferences. In permanent and temporary ways, Deaf people transform living spaces to suit signing bodies, which emphasize vision and vibration to communicate in their physical environments. Today scholars have begun to unpack these unique design features, known as… Continue Reading 10 DeafSpace Features of Deaf-Koda Households
on Still on the hunt for gift ideas for this holiday season? No Look no further- the KODAheart team has compiled ANOTHER list of gift ideas created by/purchased from members of our own Deaf community (check out last year’s list too)! 1. Art – Kate Fizpatrick From the famed Tower Clock at Gallaudet University to colorful manatees,… Continue Reading 10 More Gift Ideas for the Holiday Season
on Play is an essential way for kids to interact with and learn about the world around them. According to the Kenneth R. Ginsburg of the American Academy of Pediatrics, “play is essential to the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional well-being of children and youth.” Parents perform an important role in this learning process: through one-on-one… Continue Reading 10 Linguistic Development Tips for a Signing Family