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Author:

Briant, Monta Z.

Title:

Baby sign language basics : early communication for hearing babies and toddlers / Monta Z. Briant.

Edition:

New & expanded ed.

Publisher:

Hay House,

Copyright Date:

c2009

Description:

xiii, 466 p. : ill. ; 17 cm. + 1 videodisc (sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.)

Subject:

American Sign Language.
Nonverbal communication in children.
Interpersonal communication in children.
Infants--Language.
Child rearing.
Books with discs.

Notes:

"Includes more than 300 ASL signs!"--Cover. "New & expanded edition with instructional DVD (closed captioned)"--Cover. Includes bibliographical references (p. 455-464).

Contents:

Baby sign language saves the day, keeping elephants at bay -- What is baby sign language? -- The benefits -- Frequently asked questions -- When can you start? -- How to sign to your baby -- Choosing first signs -- Lifesaver signs -- Attention-getting strategies -- Positive reinforcement -- Signing mistakes -- Made-up signs -- Setting limits -- Combining signs -- Stumbling blocks -- Including caregivers, family, and friends -- Is there signing after talking? -- The greatest gift -- Signing and playing -- Storytime -- Sing, sign, and rhyme!

ISBN:

1401921590 (trade pbk. w/DVD)
9781401921590 (trade pbk. w/DVD)

Locations:

TYPH572 -- Cedar Rapids Public Library (Cedar Rapids)

CDPF771 -- Clive Public Library (Clive)

YEPF572 -- Marion Public Library (Marion)

GMPD771 -- Pleasant Hill Public Library (Pleasant Hill)

SKPC094 -- Sumner Public Library (Sumner)