Synopses & Reviews
While learning a new language isnt a knack” for everyone, Knack American Sign Language finally makes it easy. The clear layout, succinct information, and topic-specific sign language partnered with high-quality photos enable quick learning. By a bilingual” author whose parents were both deaf, and photographed by a design professor at the leading deaf university, Gallaudet, it covers all the basic building blocks of communication. It does so with a view to each readers reason for learning, whether teaching a toddler basic signs or communicating with a deaf coworker. Readers will come away with a usable knowledge base rather than a collection of signs with limited use.
· 450 full-color photos
· American Sign Language
· Intended for people who can hear
· Can be used with babies and young children
Synopsis
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 needand 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
Synopsis
While learning a new language isn't a "knack" for everyone, Knack American Sign Language finally makes it easy. The clear layout, succinct information, and topic-specific sign language partnered with high-quality photos enable quick learning. By a "bilingual" author whose parents were both deaf, and photographed by a design professor at the leading deaf university, Gallaudet, it covers all the basic building blocks of communication. It does so with a view to each reader's reason for learning, whether teaching a toddler basic signs or communicating with a deaf coworker. Readers will come away with a usable knowledge base rather than a collection of signs with limited use. - 450 full-color photos- American Sign Language- Intended for people who can hear- Can be used with babies and young children
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 Author
Suzie 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 Contents
Chapter 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