Sign language is such a powerful tool–even after 20 years in the “business,” it never ceases to amaze me! Whether it is sign language with the wonderful families I meet at SignShine or in my own home, I have the joy of seeing children and parents sign to each other everyday. Hearing, hard-of-hearing, and deaf children and parents benefit so much from introducing sign language
Sign language is a communication tool that is not restricted to deaf individuals—it has such great benefits that using sign language can enhance your daily life. Whether you are 25 years old or 60 years old, it’s never too late to start using your hands to sign. Sign language can be taught to babies who are only a few months old or to your grandmother—there
Thanksgiving – one of my favorite American holidays. Thanksgiving gives families a chance to pause, think about all we have in our lives, and express deep gratitude. In that spirit of gratitude, I’d like to thank each one of you for your support, participation, enthusiasm, and encouragement. Without you, SignShine would not be able to thrive as a valuable resource for parents, educators, and, of
Thanksgiving – one of my favorite American holidays. Thanksgiving gives families a chance to pause, think about all we have in our lives, and express deep gratitude. In that spirit of gratitude, I’d like to thank each one of you for your support, participation, enthusiasm, and encouragement. Without you, SignShine would not be able to thrive as a valuable resource for parents, educators, and, of
Teaching your baby sign language makes parenting SO MUCH easier. Who said that you had to suffer through your baby’s first few years? Almost all parents have battle stories about long nights with their baby fussing and crying. While the lack of sleep begins to accumulate, parents become more frustrated because they are unable to understand what their child is trying to communicate. What does this
Wondering if you want to take a class? Here are some reasons that might help you make up your mind: Everyone learns best with a coach or mentor!Think back to when you learned to drive a car. You had been a passenger in a car, you probably read the driver’s manual, but it was very helpful to have an experienced driver there to offer you
