If your child has received a cochlear implant at an older age, like from age 5–12, he or she shouldn’t be treated the same way as a child who has received one at a younger age. That’s because, as a child nears the teenage years, they start to establish their own role in society; for some, this may be the first time that they confront their hearing loss.
When your child has a cochlear implant, there are two key strategies to help them develop language skills. The first strategy involves surrounding them in an environment of rich listening and language experiences. The second strategy is sharing books together. Books can help your child to develop language and reading skills, and is an important part
If you’re like many parents you’ll probably spend a lot time in the kitchen, either preparing for meals or cleaning up after them. You can help your child to get the most out of this time by encouraging him or her to play some listening games, like the ones we’ve got below, which can be
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