Sign Language???? - Special Needs Children

wife-n-mommy · 12-08-2008, 11:07 PM

I don't know anything about sign language, but I'm thinking maybe we should start learning at least some basic signs just in case Auri can not hear like the doctors think. Does anyone know where I can find maybe teaching computer programs or DVDs that can help me, my husband, and our 3 year old learn some signs so that we can teach them to Auriana? I know it could be helpful even if it turns out she can hear because maybe we could communicate with her sooner. I know children who have down syndrome tend to speak later than typical children anyway so maybe teaching her some signs could help anyway. Has anyone else taught their child (special needs or not) American Sign Language signs? Where do you find material to learn them yourself? I found some websites online but they tend to be pricey... I don't have a fortune to spend. Thanks

His*PITA* · 12-08-2008, 11:08 PM

I will look, i took 4 years of it in HS and it really is awsome to know the basics...

http://www.lifeprint.com/asl101/page...t/concepts.htm

This might help!

guynavywife · 12-08-2008, 11:15 PM

Your public library will almost definately have dvds.
See if there is a school for the deaf in your area.

Capt.Obvious · 12-08-2008, 11:16 PM

I took classes at our local community college. It was only about $100 a semester. I found it VERY fun and I learned a lot.

RockinMama · 12-08-2008, 11:16 PM

Originally Posted by guynavywife

Your public library will almost definately have dvds.
See if there is a school for the deaf in your area.

I agree with the public library. When josh was still non-verbal at 2 1/2 we picked up on ASL and the library had a copy that they let me borrow for a while!

wife-n-mommy · 12-08-2008, 11:18 PM

Originally Posted by guynavywife

Your public library will almost definately have dvds.
See if there is a school for the deaf in your area.

good idea... I will have to look at the library

LindsayLin · 12-10-2008, 03:04 PM

"Signing Time" dvds are great for little kids! I picked up a lot of new signs from them when we were teaching ds ASL.

Tiffy · 12-10-2008, 03:06 PM

Baby Einstein (I think that's what it's called) has a great sign language dvd for babies.

tak913 · 12-10-2008, 04:44 PM

If your child has a hearing loss and Down Syndrome, she should be eligible for speech therapy through early intervention. They will teach you signs as well as determine if there are other ways for her to communicate as she gets older.

Heather · 12-10-2008, 05:01 PM

I took ASL in HS. Even though both my kids could hear fine I tought them some basic signs. Its good to bridge the communication gap when their minds know what they want but their mouths can't say it yet.

I agree with looking at the library.

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wife-n-mommy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 3,428 Blog Entries: 1 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 1% Longevity: 40%	Sign Language???? I don't know anything about sign language, but I'm thinking maybe we should start learning at least some basic signs just in case Auri can not hear like the doctors think. Does anyone know where I can find maybe teaching computer programs or DVDs that can help me, my husband, and our 3 year old learn some signs so that we can teach them to Auriana? I know it could be helpful even if it turns out she can hear because maybe we could communicate with her sooner. I know children who have down syndrome tend to speak later than typical children anyway so maybe teaching her some signs could help anyway. Has anyone else taught their child (special needs or not) American Sign Language signs? Where do you find material to learn them yourself? I found some websites online but they tend to be pricey... I don't have a fortune to spend. Thanks __________________ Katie- Mommy to Kylee 10-30-05 (loving big sister, Ms. independent, intelligent, princess) and Auriana 09-17-08 (miracle baby with down syndrome, heart defects, hearing impairment, digestive problems, tube fed since birth, but determined to succeed, strong, loving, happy) Ask me about Congenital Heart Defects... 1 in 100, it could be your child... Ask me about Down Syndrome... more common than you think... Wife to a Disabled Army Veteran... been there, done that, moving on

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Tiffy Formerly Miss ♥ Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 5,325 Classifieds: (2) Activity: 80% Longevity: 24%	Baby Einstein (I think that's what it's called) has a great sign language dvd for babies. __________________ Biggest Loser Team Green!

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tak913 It's impossible to wear a frown in candytown! Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 832 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 0% Longevity: 23%	If your child has a hearing loss and Down Syndrome, she should be eligible for speech therapy through early intervention. They will teach you signs as well as determine if there are other ways for her to communicate as she gets older. __________________ I love him with all my heart!!

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12-10-2008, 03:04 PM	#7 (permalink)
LindsayLin Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 8,528 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 86% Longevity: 31%	"Signing Time" dvds are great for little kids! I picked up a lot of new signs from them when we were teaching ds ASL.

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Heather Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: My little house on the prairie Posts: 18,581 Classifieds: (1) Activity: 39% Longevity: 66%	I took ASL in HS. Even though both my kids could hear fine I tought them some basic signs. Its good to bridge the communication gap when their minds know what they want but their mouths can't say it yet. I agree with looking at the library.