Sign Language

Signing Everyday Phrases
by Mickey Flodin

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Fully illustrated and completely revised and updated with 32 pages of all-new signs for the digital age. The most convenient and concise way for learning commonly used phrases in sign language. Perfect for anyone-both deaf and hearing-from teachers and... (read more)
 
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Being Blind and Deaf

A Sense of the World: How a Blind Man Became History's Greatest Traveler (P.S.)
by Jason Roberts

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He was known simply as the Blind Traveler. A solitary, sightless adventurer, James Holman (1786-1857) fought the slave trade in Africa, survived a frozen captivity in Siberia, hunted rogue elephants in Ceylon, helped chart the Australian outback—... (read more)
 
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Baby Signing 1 2 3: The Easy-To-Use Illustrated Guide for Every Stage and Every Age
by Nancy Cadjan

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Parents everywhere are learning that they can use sign language to communicate with baby. But what, exactly, is the best way to teach the signs? Sign Babies founder Nancy Cadjan brings years of expertise to Sign Babies Easy-to-Use Illustrated Baby Sign... (read more)
 
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Deaf Culture

The Unheard: A Memoir of Deafness and Africa
by Josh Swiller

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A young man’s quest to reconcile his deafness in an unforgiving world leads to a remarkable sojourn in a remote African village that pulsates with beauty and violence   These are hearing aids. They take the sounds of the world and amplify them.... (read more)
 
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Education

Literacy and Deafness: The Development of Reading, Writing, and Literature Thoughts
by Peter V Paul

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A treatment of the acquisition of English literacy skills in children and adolescents with severe to profound hearing impairment. The author surveys major aspects of literacy and deafness, including reading comprehension frameworks, perspectives on... (read more)
 
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Random House Webster's Pocket American Sign Language Dictionary
by Elaine Costello

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The Random House Webster’s Pocket American Sign Language Dictionary is a treasury of over 1,000 signs for the novice and experienced user alike. It includes complete descriptions of each sign, plus full-torso illustrations. There is also a subject... (read more)
 
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American Sign Language
by Barcharts

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This 4 page laminated guide teaches the basics of ASL. American Sign Language (ASL) is a vital communication skill which enables the practioner to communicate with those who are hearing impaired or otherwise unable to communicate verbally.... (read more)
 
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American Sign Language Dictionary : Flexi (3RD 98 Edition)
by Martin L. A. Sternberg

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Completely updated and revised, this easy to use abridged version of the American... (read more)
 
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The Kids' Pocket Signing Guide
by Mickey Flodin

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Featuring easy-to-follow illustrated instructions for the most commonly used phrases and an extensive index for easy reference, The Kids' Pocket Signing Guide is organized by general topic, enabling children to converse with hearing-impaired friends and... (read more)
 
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