Baby Sign Language

Why teach children sign language? It helps babies learn to communicate before they can talk, and teaches kids to appreciate a language used by some of the deaf community. Start with these easy signs for everyday items.

Why teach children sign language? It helps babies learn to communicate before they can talk, and teaches kids to appreciate a language used by some of the deaf community. Start with these easy signs for words about food and eating.

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... mouth. 2. Drag fingers up toward your cheeks, mouth forming a smile. Copyright © AmericanBaby.com....

Sign language lets babies communicate long before they can speak -- and may even make them happier and smarter.

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