{"title":"Lilli Beese","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the delightful world of \u003cem\u003eLilli Beese\u003c\/em\u003e, where stories come to life with vibrancy and charm, capturing the imaginations of young readers. Lilli Beese is a celebrated children's author known for crafting tales that both educate and entertain, with a keen focus on inclusivity and diversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her cherished works is \u003cem\u003eProud to be Deaf\u003c\/em\u003e, a captivating children's book that offers an insightful exploration into the lives of those who are part of the Deaf community. Through this engaging story, Lilli Beese sheds light on diverse experiences, fostering understanding and empathy among readers of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer stories are not only a joy to read but also serve as a valuable educational tool, promoting awareness and acceptance. Dive into Lilli Beese's collection and discover books that inspire, inform, and open doors to new worlds for young minds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"proud-to-be-deaf-by-nick-beese-9781526302199","title":"Proud to be Deaf","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProud to be Deaf\u003c\/em\u003e is a wonderful child-led book that celebrates Deaf culture and introduces readers to British Sign Language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMarvellously positive and encouraging throughout, this would be a useful addition to any primary school or public library, as well as being useful to help any child understand a little more about their deaf peers. - \u003ci\u003eThe Carousel\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAva is like any other 7-year-old. She likes to talk and laugh with her friends, is obsessed with dogs and loves being active. Ava is also deaf - and she's proud of it. She loves her deaf community, that she's bilingual, and that she experiences the world differently from hearing people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this book, Ava welcomes her hearing peers to her daily life, the way technology helps her navigate the world and explains common misconceptions about deaf people - and introduces some of her deaf heroes who have achieved amazing things. She talks about her experiences at school making friends with hearing children, and teaches readers the BSL alphabet and some BSL phrases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing photos of Ava, her friends and family throughout, plus illustrations of hand signs, this book celebrates deafness rather than discussing 'overcoming challenges' or 'stigma'. Perfect for readers aged 5 and upwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46995979829484,"sku":"9781526302199","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781526302199.jpg?v=1763121782"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/lilli-beese.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}