This helpful kid-friendly guide teaches the basics of American Sign Language (ASL). Kids will learn hundreds of words and phrases to help them communicate in everyday situations. A great introduction and instructions on how to fingerspell the alphabet provide a good base to get started. It's time to sign!
Growing up, Kathryn Clay loved to watch interpreters signing to her older brother. She especially enjoyed watching them sign song lyrics, how their entire bodies moved as they signed. Kathryn has written more than 30 children's books on a variety of subjects from dinosaurs to dancing. She received her MA from Minnesota State University, Mankato and is currently working on her MFA. She also teaches composition and creative writing. Kathryn lives in Minnesota with her husband and two-year-old daughter, who is very good at signing ""more,"" ""please,"" and ""puppy.