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American Sign Language: A Step-By-Step Guide to Signing (Knack: Make It Easy)by Suzie Chafin
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Whether to communicate with a hard of hearing or deaf relative, friend, coworker, or child, learning sign language is often approached not as a luxury, but a need—and it can seem as intimidating as learning a new language. Knack American Sign Language makes it both easy and enjoyable. Combining 400 full-color photos and topic-specific information in a step-by-step layout, it covers everything from letters and numbers to the nuances of sign-language conversation. You will come away with words and phrases you can put to use right away in the real world. Most important, by learning American Sign Language, you will bridge a communication barrier as you enter the world of an active, vibrant language community. 400 full-color photos Letters * Numbers & Colors Greetings * Holiday Phrases Getting to Know You * Making a Date Sports & Coaching * Medical Care Office Essentials * Signs of Worship Baby Signs * Classroom Signs Book News Annotation:This 8.5x8" guide to essentials of American Sign Language (ASL) illustrates key phrases in many categories with color photos of several signers of different ages. The two-page spreads include boxes on ideas to try, fact boxes, and things not to do. The book begins with letters, numbers, and colors, then proceeds through making a date, baby talk, classroom signs, safety and first aid, staying healthy, signs at the office, and signs at church. Appendices give contacts for deaf cultural and sports organizations, family organizations, national deaf organizations, telephone and videophone relay services, web sites for and about the deaf community, and online games and dictionaries. Chafin is a hearing adult child of deaf parents whose first language is ASL. She writes and speaks on parenting topics. Grindstaff is associate professor at Gallaudet University. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Synopsis:Knack American Sign Language combines 400 full-color photos and topic-specific information in a step-by-step layout, it covers everything from letters and numbers to the nuances of sign-language conversation. About the AuthorSuzie Chafin has the knack! She was born hearing to deaf parents, and American Sign Language was her first language. The author of Your Pregnancy Devotional: 280 Days of Prayer and Inspiration, Suzie contributes to About.coms Guide to Parenting Multiples and speaks on a variety of parenting topics. Johnston Bell Grindstaff has the knack! He is associate professor and former department chair of art at Gallaudet University, the world-renowned institution in Washington, D.C., that serves deaf and hard of hearing students. Table of ContentsChapter 1: The ABCs Ready, Set, Go C, D, E, & F G, H, I, & J K, L, M, & N O, P, Q, & R S, T, U, & V W, X, Y, & Z
Chapter 2: Numbers 1-20 1, 2, 3, & 4 5, 6, 7, & 8 9, 10, 11, & 12 13, 14, 15, & 16 17, 18, 19, & 20
Chapter 3: More Numbers & Colors 30, 40, 50, & 60 70, 80, 90, * 100 Counting Big Rainbow Colors More Colors Define with Color
Chapter 4: Basic Building Blocks Asking Questions Yours, Mine, & Ours Tell Me… Answers Where? Who?
Chapter 5: Introductions Hello Names Pleasantries Making Small Talk How Are You Feeling? Hows the Weather?
Chapter 6: Getting to Know You Location, Location, Location Age About the Family Work Matters Directions Hows the Wait?
Chapter 7: Making a Date Grab a Bite to Eat Bathroom Breaks Shop Until You Drop Its Been a While Traffic, Traffic How Do I Dress?
Chapter 8: Baby Talk Mealtime Snack Time Fruits Family Matters More Family Signs Warning Signs
Chapter 9: Beyond the Baby Basics Good Manners Getting Dressed Having Fun Bath Time Sweet Dreams Express Yourself
Chapter 10: Classroom Signs School Day Say Again Class Work Cleanup Time Homework
Chapter 11: Another Day at School Getting Help Giving Directions Classroom Directions Indoor & Outdoor Fun Feeling Sick Preparing for Emergencies
Chapter 12: Sports I Field Directions Coach Communications Coaching the Players Practice & Games Good Sportsmanship Winning & Losing
Chapter 13: Sports II Soccer Signs Football Signs Baseball Signs Hockey Signs Swimming Signs Basketball Signs
Chapter 14: Safety & First Aid Asking for Help Whats Wrong? Giving Directions At the Hospital The Waiting Room Understanding the Treatment
Chapter 15: Staying Healthy Diagnosis & Explanations Describing Pain Signs & Symptoms Serious Medical Conditions Disabilities Doctors Orders
Chapter 16: A Day at the Office Office Essentials Places & Spaces A Day Off Benefits Reviews & Evaluations Industries
Chapter 17: Water Cooler Chatter Making Small Talk Weekend Activities Travel Talk Family Chitter Chatter Morning & Afternoon Deadlines News & Politics
Chapter 18: Signs of Worship The Jewish Faith Coming of Age Church Signs The Trinity Signs in Service The Message
Chapter 19: Phrases in Worship Studying the Bible Signing the Word Old & New Testament Scripture Signs Repenting & Forgiving Signing the Service Chapter 20: Resource Directory What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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