Review of I Talk With My Hands

Joyful17 · Post by **Joyful17** » 19 Mar 2022, 04:21

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "I Talk With My Hands" by Jeanne Mansfield/Gail Lenhard (co-authors).]

4 out of 4 stars

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It pays to repay evil with good. The truthfulness of these words has been proven time and again. I Talk With My Hands by Jeanne Mansfield and Gail Lenhard tells the fascinating tale of a deaf boy who had to deal with a bully.

Danny Greene was born deaf and is almost nine years old. He has an oncoming competition to prepare for. However, he had to contend with Nathan, a bully who is intent on causing him pain. Thankfully, he has loving and supportive parents and an adorable sister, JoJo. Danny's lipreading and signing skills helped him immensely. He was able to interact, make friends, and have lots of fun with his family. He also made beautiful birdhouses, which he presented at the competition.

It was intriguing to read about Danny's coping skills. He kept working hard to improve his lipreading skills. This can help deaf readers understand that hard work and determination can help them achieve their goals. I love Danny's kind and industrious disposition. He did not hesitate to fulfill Mrs. Tinkham's wishes when she asked for a birdhouse. This can help young readers to assist others unselfishly.

In recent times, bullying has become commonplace among young ones. Danny's experience shows that love is much more powerful than hatred and can help young ones get rid of their fears and deal with bullies successfully. I was able to learn the sign language descriptions for several words such as horse, hurry, thank you, and so on. The numbers on chapter headings were in signs as well. They were educational, and it's my favorite part of the book.

I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. It was exceptionally well edited. I have no dislikes about it. The grammar is simple, and the story is captivating. Young readers between the ages of 6 to 14 years and others who are interested in sign language will find this book interesting.

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Janineh Refina · Post by **Janineh Refina** » 24 Mar 2022, 09:20

Nice book, it tells us how to love than to hate.

TheGayOne12 · Post by **TheGayOne12** » 24 Mar 2022, 09:49

It sounds like such an important read for many people. Lovely review!

Patty Allread · Post by **Patty Allread** » 24 Mar 2022, 12:59

Being deaf is challenging, but especially so for a child who has to deal with bullies. The chapter headings and page numbers in sign language are a nice touch. Good review!

JANET SMITH 1 · Post by **JANET SMITH 1** » 24 Mar 2022, 20:46

I agree! Very nice review. I can learn from you. I haven't reviewed my first book even though I enjoyed it immensely. Fear of failure, but you made it so light and you also made it look easy. The book sounds fascinating. I am definitely going to read it!

Aisha Yakub · Post by **Aisha Yakub** » 30 Mar 2022, 02:51

It's cruel of people to make life difficult for others. Danny is definitely a positive character. Great review.

Merelize V 1 · Post by **Merelize V 1** » 30 Mar 2022, 03:38

Overcoming evil with good is always the best .

Essy Nma · Post by **Essy Nma** » 31 Mar 2022, 04:22

This book has important virtues to teach kids. Thanks for the review.

Beauty Kalu22 · Post by **Beauty Kalu22** » 01 Apr 2022, 11:47

Wonderful and well detailed review. This book will be very useful to children. I think I'll get this for my younger ones.

Azubike Richard · Post by **Azubike Richard** » 02 Apr 2022, 09:17

The important of love cannot be overemphasize, if we love ourselfs as human most of the killing/war happening in the world currently won't be so. Interesting book that teaches children about love