The understanding of any language begins with the acquisition of vocabulary. The Talking Hands series provides readers with an introduction to basic American Sign Language. Combining close photo cues with easy-to-understand line illustrations, children can begin the process of learning American Sign Language. At Play/En el Juego teaches the reader signs for many common activities. Learning any language, either spoken or manual, begins with vocabulary acquisition. The trilingual Talking Hands series offers readers a basic introduction to American Sign Language and features common words and signs from a broad range of subject areas. Photo cues combined with simple illustrations help English and Spanish readers begin learning signs. Each page illustrates a sign and shows the equivalent terms in English and Spanish, teaching children three different ways of conveying the same concept. These unique books help children broaden their communications horizons and expand their language skills

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