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Lessons are structured around language needed for common life situations, and examples are presented in the form. Introduction presents a revision of defining language and an entirely new unit, defining linguistics. Monica beyer is a mom of four and author of baby talk and teach your baby to sign. An illustrated guide to simple sign language for babies and toddlers includes 30 new pages of signs and illustrations. Learning american sign language national association of the. I have been using american sign language for over 23 years and this book is the best i have seen for educational use. Lessons are structured around language needed for commonlife situations, and examples are presented in the form of dialogues coupled with grammar and vocabulary instruction.
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