Sunday Edition. Special Bonus Episode.
A Second Act Through Storytelling, American Sign Language, and Inclusion.
What happens when a love for a grandchild, a passion for education, and a belief in inclusion come together?
In this special Sunday Edition bonus episode, Anthony Corona welcomes award winning author and ASL advocate Kathleen Marcath for an inspiring conversation about purpose, creativity, and what she describes as her remarkable second act.
Inspired by her grandson’s love of monster trucks and her lifelong commitment to the Deaf and hard of hearing community, Kathleen created the bestselling children’s book My Monster Truck Goes Everywhere with Me. More than just a story, the book introduces children and families to American Sign Language in a fun, engaging, and accessible way. Along with a companion workbook and delightful educational videos, Kathleen is helping families, classrooms, and communities discover that learning ASL can become a natural part of story time and everyday life.
During this conversation we explore the many benefits of learning American Sign Language beyond communication alone. Kathleen explains how learning ASL stimulates multiple language centers in the brain, supports literacy and cognitive development, and can positively impact educational achievement. We also discuss the research connecting second language learning and music to stronger academic outcomes and lifelong learning.
Together we examine the importance of inclusion, representation, and creating opportunities for Deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing children to learn, play, and grow together. We discuss how introducing ASL at an early age builds empathy, strengthens family connections, and helps children better understand that people experience the world in many different ways.
Whether you are a parent, grandparent, educator, librarian, therapist, or simply someone who believes every child deserves to feel seen and included, this conversation is filled with inspiration, practical ideas, and hope for the future.
Join us for a heartfelt discussion about books, family, education, inclusion, and the extraordinary difference one person can make by following a simple idea born from love.
My Monster Truck Goes Everywhere with Me.
With special guest Kathleen Marcath.
Only on Sunday Edition with Anthony Corona.
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