Berke,+Jamie

Berke, Jamie

Berke, Jamie. "Baby Sign Language - Benefits of Learning Baby Sign Language." //Deafness and Hard of Hearing - Deaf - Sign Language - Hearing Aids - Hearing Loss - Cochlear Implants - Ear Wax//. 28 Aug. 2010. Web. 07 Oct. 2010. [].


 * "It has long been known by parents of deaf children and deaf parents of hearing children that young babies can learn to sign and communicate before they learn to talk."
 * "The researchers found that eight-year-olds who had learned a simple form of baby sign language using invented signs did better on IQ tests than comparable children who had not learned baby sign language."
 * "Some parents have objected to the use of "made-up" signs instead of using the more official American Sign Language."
 * "But keep in mind there is no need for parents to rely on a different form of sign language when there is plenty of video and book material available for learning American Sign Language."
 * "Plus, there are online sign language [|dictionaries] available for quick and easy reference. These dictionaries have either video/animation clips or clear illustrations, so that there is no misunderstanding about how to make a sign."
 * "There has been explosive growth in the number of companies promoting baby sign language."
 * "Most of the companies offer video, print, and online resources for baby signing."
 * "Baby sign language classes are increasingly popular."
 * "They are offered by private certified instructors, colleges, resource centers for deaf and hard of hearing people, recreation departments, and other community resources."