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Sound travels along the ear canal to the ear drum, which vibrates and transmits the sound to the middle ear.

Three tiny bones (ossicles) in the middle ear, the malleus (hammer), incus (anvil) and stapes (stirrup) pass the sound to the cochlea.

The cochlea is the small snail shaped organ of hearing which is filled with fluid and tiny hair cells which move in response to the vibrations.

A complete list of references referred to in this guide have been collated in this section for ease of access. Links to relevant funds and benefits on the Government website are provided and a number of information booklets and resources can be accessed in this column.

This column provides a brief overview on communication with links to more detailed information. The importance of the listening environment is considered with links to useful videos on positioning and reducing background noise, alongside information about companies who can help with acoustic improvements in educational settings if needed. Top tips for minimising the impact of a hearing loss can be found in this column and information about support groups.

This column provides information about different types of amplifcation.

This column provides information about how hearing is tested. It explains the different degrees of hearing loss and a link to a hearing loss simulation is provided, to promote understanding about the impact of hearing loss on speech access.

This column explains how we hear and provides information about the different types of hearing loss.

Translational research to support early childhood education in crisis settings: A case study of collaborative working with Rohingya refugees in Cox’s Bazar

'A Germ's Journey' is a global package of innovative educational resources for young children to learn about germs and hand washing and how this links with their health. An interactive book and website have been developed by a multidisciplinary team (microbiology, education and psychology

Handwashing, Physical Development and Personal, Social & Emotional Development and mental Well-Being

Online reading challenges offer children opportunities to discuss their reading, connect with others and receive recommendations for future reading from other readers. Online reading communities make reading more social. Readers participate in online social networks in several ways. There are apps that can be used. Goodreads is simple and can be accessed by smartphone. Students can track their reading, set yearly targets for themselves and post reviews.