{"id":335303,"date":"2025-12-08T18:56:14","date_gmt":"2025-12-08T18:56:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/uncategorized\/embracing-different-ways-to-connect\/"},"modified":"2025-12-08T18:56:14","modified_gmt":"2025-12-08T18:56:14","slug":"embracing-different-ways-to-connect","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=335303","title":{"rendered":"Embracing Different Ways to Connect"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"post-23291\">\n<h2>Communication is a Gift<\/h2>\n<div class=\"entry\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ST134_Blog-Banner.png\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-23292\" src=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ST134_Blog-Banner-1024x518.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ST134_Blog-Banner-1024x518.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ST134_Blog-Banner-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ST134_Blog-Banner-768x388.png 768w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ST134_Blog-Banner-1536x777.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ST134_Blog-Banner-195x99.png 195w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ST134_Blog-Banner-500x253.png 500w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ST134_Blog-Banner-643x325.png 643w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ST134_Blog-Banner-600x303.png 600w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ST134_Blog-Banner.png 1626w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3\/>\n<h4><strong>Communication is a Gift<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The latest issue of <strong><em>Storytime<\/em><\/strong> features a wonderful tale about Paige, a girl who goes in search of an unidentified flying object. Paige happens to use British Sign Language (BSL) and sometimes her unique way of perceiving the world gives her an advantage!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT01.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-23293 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT01-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT01-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT01-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT01-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT01-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT01-195x195.png 195w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT01-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT01-325x325.png 325w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT01-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT01-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT01.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"\/><\/a>Stories like this remind us that people communicate in many different ways. Some use sign language or lip-reading, others use Braille or special devices, and some simply prefer gestures, writing or another spoken language. Sometimes we\u2019re tired, distracted or in a noisy place, and clear communication becomes a challenge for us all!<\/p>\n<p>The good news is, with a little care and curiosity, we can always find ways to connect. Making new friends \u2013 and learning new ways to share ideas \u2013 can be a truly rewarding experience.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some tips to help everyone to communicate better:<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>When chatting with people who have hearing impairments or use different languages:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT02.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-23294 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT02-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT02-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT02-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT02-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT02-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT02-195x195.png 195w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT02-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT02-325x325.png 325w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT02-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT02-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT02.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"\/><\/a>Get their attention first. You can wave, tap lightly on a table, or say their name.<\/li>\n<li>Ask how they\u2019d like to communicate. It could be sign language, lip-reading, writing, or even an app.<\/li>\n<li>Speak clearly and naturally, at normal speed. Sometimes, Deaf people can also lip-read and slowing down too much or shouting can make things harder.<\/li>\n<li>Face them so they can see your expressions and lips when you talk. Covering your mouth, eating or chewing gum can make lip-reading difficult!<\/li>\n<li>Learn a few useful words and phrases in BSL \u2013 this can be a fun thing to learn, and a good communication skill to have.<\/li>\n<li>Writing things down can be a good method to help and explain things. You can even share stories\u2026 and even issues of <strong><em>Storytime<\/em><\/strong>!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>When talking with people who have sight impairments \u2013 or anyone who can\u2019t see you clearly (maybe it\u2019s dark, or they\u2019re distracted):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT04.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-23295 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT04-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT04-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT04-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT04-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT04-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT04-195x195.png 195w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT04-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT04-325x325.png 325w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT04-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT04-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT04.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"\/><\/a>Say hello and introduce yourself so they know who\u2019s there.<\/li>\n<li>Speak clearly and not too loud either. But help them to know you are close by. You might gently touch them on the shoulder to get their attention.<\/li>\n<li>Use names so people know who you\u2019re talking to.<\/li>\n<li>Describe what\u2019s happening nearby if it helps set the scene.<\/li>\n<li>Let them know if you\u2019re leaving the conversation.<\/li>\n<li>Share audio stories with them, including ones that can be found on the <strong>Storytime Hub<\/strong>!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>When communicating with people who use other systems or who<\/strong><strong> face other communication challenges<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT03.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-23296 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT03-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT03-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT03-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT03-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT03-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT03-195x195.png 195w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT03-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT03-325x325.png 325w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT03-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT03-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/www.storytimemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/St134_BLOG_INSERT03.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"\/><\/a>Always ask what works best for them and how they prefer to communicate.<\/li>\n<li>Tools like Makaton (symbols, signs and speech) or AAC devices (picture books, tablets) can be part of the mix.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t rush. Patience makes everyone feel more comfortable and rushing makes it more difficult for everyone to follow.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t pretend to understand if you don\u2019t. It\u2019s OK to ask again.<\/li>\n<li>Listen closely and pay attention to gestures and reactions. Communication isn\u2019t always about words.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Above all, take your time, be kind, and enjoy connecting! 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