Readers reward Disney and the Beeb’s sign-language efforts

Both companies rolled out barrier-breaking projects to make content more accessible to deaf kids.
May 4, 2026

How do you say, “seven-foot frame, rats along his back” in sign language? Disney recently completely re-animated three of its feature film musical numbers in ASL, finally giving deaf kids the chance to sing along with Moana and more of their faves. Then soon after, CBeebies rolled out its first series featuring deaf kids, in a show that’s all about singing nursery rhymes in BSL. These aren’t small undertakings, and readers rewarded these legitimate efforts to make more accessible content with a Gold Star. 

Read what we wrote Friday about Disney and the BBC—as well as runners-up Epic Games, Spin Master and Wizards of the Coast devsright here.

Want to pitch us a Gold Star nomination? Email us at submissions@kidscreen.com by noon on Thursdays. And check back every Friday for our next batch of nominees. Hope to see you on the list!

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