Sign of the Week - DUCK

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The Sign of the Week is DUCK.  Little ones love to use the DUCK sign with real ducks, toys in the bath and pictures in books.  Sign DUCK by making a bill with first two fingers and thumb. Place near mouth.  Open and close. 

Happy signing!

Exciting new On The Grow class - Baby Sitter Basics

The Babysitter Basics class is designed to give babysitters and nannies simple signs, fun activities and more. The class is geared toward babysitters/childcare providers 11 years and up. Participants will learn signs that will be helpful to them when babysitting and will be introduced to how the use of signs supports the development of children. Ideal for Babysitters and Nannies.

Sign of the Week - BEANS

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Use this sign at the market or grocery store!

Sign of the Week - FAST and SLOW

Children love describing words. Two of these words, FAST and SLOW, are not only fun words to sign, they are also fun concepts to identify. Look for things that are moving FAST or SLOW in your child's environment.

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Fast and Slow

Happy 4th of July!

Wishing you a very happy 4th of July! Sign FIREWORKS by holding up your fists palm out and flicking your fingers out with alternating hands, like FIREWORKS exploding!

See FIREWORKS signed here:  FIREWORKS

Sign of the Week - BOAT

BOAT

Whether you are at the ocean or in the bathtub, you can use this sign to talk about the BOATS your child sees. To sign BOAT, cup hands together and bob them forward as if in the water.  Add descriptive words/signs like big or little, tall or short, and colors to expand your child's vocabulary.

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Sign of the Week - LION

LION

Are you planning a trip to the zoo? LIONS are always a favorite attraction. This sign will give your child a way to tell you she sees a LION. LIONS can also be seen in many children's books, videos, and in zoo-themed decorations. See if you can find a LION! Click on the word below or on the poster image to download the printable poster: Lion