Description

We Sign Babies and Toddlers offers parents, family members, teachers and caregivers two great videos for using American Sign Language (ASL) with hearing infants. The first tape is an introduction which includes basic "how to" information as well as over 30 of the most commonly used words. The second tape provides over 200 words for increased signing vocabulary. ... Read more

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In the last 3-4 years, the popularity of signing withchildren as young as 6 months old has skyrocketed.Say it With A Sign video series meets this demandby providing a highly effective, entertaining, and interestingtool for teaching kids basic communication through sign language.

Say it With A Sign Volume 1 teaches 44 signs by usinga very simple but effective combination of ASL signs(with a few small modifications for tiny hands), spoken word,written text, still images, animation, live video, sound effects and colorful graphics. The video is underscored witha completely original musical soundtrack specificallycomposed and performed for the video series.All of these elements are edited together in a repetitivebut visually interesting format that will captivate and hold ababy’s attention while they learn to sign along. It is agreat tool for any parent wanting to give their childan early advantage in speech, language, and communication. ... Read more

Reviews (1)

What a great video!
I am a big advocate of the "Say It With A Sign" video. My kids love it! Signing has made such a difference with my son and daughter (twins). Before they could say words, they could talk with us through sign and ask for food (including asking for more and telling us they were all done), drink, naps, diaper change, medicine and much much more! They also signed to each other - really cute. I think their ability to communicate really cut down on fits and other behavioral issues.

This video is a "must buy" for parents wanting to teach their children (and themselves) sign language. It uses a great deal of repetition but combines that with cartoon images, live video footage, and still pictures that reinforce the words in a fun and entertaining way. Another plus is that each time the word is signed it is spoken as well. I felt like this encouraged my children to verbalize the words as well as sign them. Another neat thing is that both adults and children demonstrate the signs. My kids love to watch and sign along with the children on the video.

All in all it is a fabulous way to start teaching young kids sign language we can't wait for the next videos to be ready and expand our vocabulary! ... Read more

Description

"Sign With Me" is a must for every parent of an infant or toddler.This developmental video will help you and your child communicate even before your child can talk.

Why wait until your child can speak when you can communicate through nonverbal gestures, or signs?Research shows signing enables a child to be an active communicator at a much earlier age.By teaching your child sign language as well as spoken words, they are able to understand and communicate with the world around them more quickly.While watching this fun, interactive video, your child will explore the world of sign language; learning how to sign simple words from another child.As he or she discovers signing, pupets and other playful children will also delight them.A parental guide follows for parents to learn and teach a child how to sign basic words such as "more," "help me'" and "finished."Start communicating with your child early on with the help of this video.Signing with your infant is an opportunity to strengthen the parent-child bond. ... Read more

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You Can Do Better.
This video is disappointing. Offering only 10 signs, an
adorable girl of about 3 or 4 signs each of (only) 10 signs. After she quickly and imprecisely shows the sign several times, a puppet takes over and performs a slow, little skit that demonstrates the object of the sign in some way. He puts a ball through a hoop for the word "ball," for instance. The actions of the puppet do not reinforce the sign, which isn't repeated, and only distracts the viewer from the sign the action illustrates. In one case of extreme sign confusion, an adult giving a baby a bottle of juice to demonstrate "milk!"

This video borrows heavily from the Baby Einstein videos, which are designed to introduce children to art and music. If you're looking for a video for your toddler, I'd suggest sticking with the original Baby Einstein. If you want to learn sign language with your child, get Baby See 'n Sign.

I'd give it a lower rating if I could
A waste of money...puppets are cute for kids, but they don't sign very well...I could hardly make out the signs I was supposed to be learning. Children signing is great for kids to relate to, but it was really hard to figure out what the proper sign was supposed to be. I don't think my child learned anything from watching it. I wouldn't recommend this video to anyone unless of course you've got money to burn in which case I'll send you my copy for free.

Not recommended
OK, well my child LOVED this video, but it was not very good as far as teaching signs. It doesn't really connect the sign to the action, and the words they teach are not very helpful or useful.

Entertains but does not do much for teaching signs!
I was VERY disappointed! This viedo shows poor versions of only a FEW signs, and while they SHOW and SAY the word, they only sign it once or twice, and poorly done. They verbally repeat the word many times, but fail to SHOW the sign as often! They waste a LOT of time showing kids (the producer's ?)doing things, with nothing but music with it.
I would much prefer to reccomend "Talking Hands" or Joseph Garcia's kit "Sign with your Baby", or "Sign Me a Story", or even "Baby See and Sign" (not the best, though).
While my 22 mo. daughter loved it, it was NOT doing much to teach her to SIGN, which is why I bought it. Save your money!

not the best choice
This video has only a few signs imperfectly signed by a toddler. The visuals do not clearly illustrate the sign which is only given twice. Better videos for the buck are _Talking Hands_ and _See n Sign_. Both have more signs clearly and better illustrated. ... Read more

Description

Using American Sign Language, Chef Perri will teach you about the preparation of Mango Bruschetta, Veggie-Stuffed Eggplant, Ginger & Lime Pork Tenderloin, and a Grande Mariner Mixed Fruit Basket.

This complete meal meets the heart-healthy guidelines of the American Heart Association, meaning that less than 30% of the total calories are from fat.

Video also includes English voice-over and closed-captions, so it can be enjoyed by anyone! ... Read more