[1] It tells the story of Libby, a profoundly deaf six-year-old girl, who lives a silent life until a social worker, played by Shenton, teaches her how to communicate through sign language.

The film features profoundly deaf six-year-old first-time actor Maisie Sly as the titular child.

However, the truth is no one makes any effort to communicate with her: though they assume Libby is able to read their lips proficiently, they change topics quickly, speak without facing her, and leave her isolated for long periods of time.

Joanne, upset at being unable to say goodbye to Libby, arrives at her school to find her standing alone at recess.

Joanne, realizing Libby's future (alone, with no communication and no support), begins to cry before signing "I love you" back, and leaves.

The film ends with a PSA that deaf children can succeed in every way a hearing child can, as long as they have the proper support.