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This is a question that many parents have found themselves pondering themselves. The issue is not whether sign language is good or bad in of itself, but more or less is it going to be good for my child and family. As with anything you may want to think if sign language would even be able to be integrated into your lifestyle. If you expect your child to learn sign language but do not plan to learn it yourself, then you may be wasting your time debating back and (more…)

There are very few options when it comes to methods of communication for a child with a hearing impairment. Parents need to think long and hard and do a ton of research both on the internet and with actual individuals that are on both sides of the spectrum. They need to make a decision that is going to impact how their child interacts with the world around them. This decision is one that is going to change how they learn about the world around them.

When a decision of such high (more…)

Sign language is very important in any child-s life. This is especially true for children who are hearing impaired or have difficulties communicating in other ways. This gives them a way to share what they are feeling, what they need, and what they are wanting day to day. But at what age can you begin to teach a child how to sign?

Teaching a child to sign can be done with pictures and much repetition. Children as young as five months old can learn to sign. (more…)

If you have decided to use sign language as a method for communicating with your child then it is imperative that both mom and dad learn sign language. Along with siblings and preferably anyone else in the family that interacts with the child in focus.

If just one parent learns sign language then that parent is always going to be the interpreter. This can be very frustrating for both the parent who knows sign language and the child. Language is a barrier between nations why (more…)