The Pocket Dictionary of Signing

Author: Rod R. Butterworth
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 039951743X
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 225

Book Description
The simplest, most convenient alphabetized pocket guide to American Sign Language (ASL). Arranged in an easy-to-use dictionary format, this edition contains more than 600 signing entries with accompanying directions and illustrations. Inside you’ll find many special highlights, including: · Over 600 signs –a selection of the most commonly used phrases · Detailed illustrations -- showing exact hand positions and movements · Fingerspelling -- to aid in communicating words for which there are no signs · Memory aids -- to assist in recalling how to form signs · Special sections -- on forming numbers, letters, and constructing word endings · Comprehensive Index -- of entries and their synonyms for easy cross-referencing The Pocket Dictionary of Signing is the most complete pocket guide to basic sign language -- and it’s portable enough to be carried anywhere in a pocket or purse.

The Pocket Dictionary of Signing

Author: Rod R. Butterworth
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780399517433
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 246

Signing is Fun

Author: Mickey Flodin
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780399521737
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 100

Book Description
An introduction to American Sign Language illustrates the alphabet, simple vocabulary, and everyday phrases

The Pocket Dictionary of Signing

Author: Rod R Butterworth, M.A., M.Ed.
Publisher: Turtleback
ISBN: 9780606028448
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 223

Book Description
Demonstrates the Ameslan sign language gestures for six hundred words and includes memory aids for recalling each sign

The Kids' Pocket Signing Guide

Author: Mickey Flodin
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780399532078
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
Featuring easy-to-follow illustrated instructions for the most commonly used phrases and an extensive index for easy reference, The Kids' Pocket Signing Guide is organized by general topic, enabling children to converse with hearing-impaired friends and family members on such subjects as: - Pets and animals - Sports and hobbies - Travel and holidays - Snacks and food - Numbers and money - Clothes and colors - Nature and science - Time and weather - School and careers - And much more

The Perigee Visual Dictionary of Signing

Author: Rod R. Butterworth
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0399519521
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 481

Book Description
The most comprehensive alphabetized guide to American Sign Language (ASL) available today. Unlike other signing books, which organize by "categories," the Visual Dictionary is arranged in a straightforward, easy-to-use dictionary format. Inside you’ll find special features offering a fast, simple approach to the art of signing, including: • More than 1,350 signs -- arranged alphabetically with directions on how to use each sign • Detailed illustrations -- showing precise hand positions and exact movements • Memory aids -- to assist in recalling how to make each sign • Sample sentences -- to clarify grammatical usage • Numbers -- from one to one million, including monetary signs • Fingerspelling -- a vital tool for communicating words for which there are no signs, or for when the sign has not yet been learned • Helpful hints -- suggestions and tips for easier signing • A comprehensive index -- with all entries and their synonyms for easy cross-referencing Authors Rod R. Butterworth and Mickey Flodin have written many widely used signing books, including Signing Made Easy and The Pocket Dictionary of Signing.

The American Sign Language Handshape Dictionary

Author: Richard A. Tennant
Publisher: Gallaudet University Press
ISBN: 9781563680434
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 412

Book Description
Organizes 1,600-plus ASL signs by 40 basic hand shapes rather than in alphabetical word order. This format allows users to search for a sign that they recognize but whose meaning they have forgotten or for the meaning of a new sign they have seen for the first time. The entries include descriptions of how to form each sign to represent the varying terms they might mean. Index of English glosses only. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Signing Illustrated

Author: Mickey Flodin
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780399530418
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 324

Book Description
Here is the complete learning guide that teaches American Sign Language by "category," the most popular and preferred method of teaching and learning. This easy-to-use guide is updated and expanded to include new computer and technology signs and offers a fast and simple approach to learning. Includes: - Vocabulary reviews - Fingerspelling exercises - Sign matching and memory aids - A complete glossary and a comprehensive index - Clear instructive drawings

Signing Everyday Phrases

Author: Mickey Flodin
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0399533095
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 289

Book Description
Fully illustrated and completely revised and updated with 32 pages of all-new signs for the digital age. The most convenient and concise way for learning commonly used phrases in sign language. Perfect for anyone-both deaf and hearing-from teachers and students to friends and family to anyone who wants to learn how to communicate better with hearing-impaired people. Features easy-to-follow instructions and simple, effective illustrations, and is conveniently arranged by topic, including: - Computer and technological terms - Greetings and introductions - Everyday expressions - Family and friends - Shopping and colors - Money and numbers - Leisure and sports - Food and restaurants - School, religion, and government - Time, holidays, and weather - Nature, science, and animals - Health conditions and medical emergencies

Random House Webster's Pocket American Sign Language Dictionary

Author: Elaine Costello, Ph.D.
Publisher: Random House Reference
ISBN: 0375722785
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 428

Book Description
The Random House Webster’s Pocket American Sign Language Dictionary is a treasury of over 1,000 signs for the novice and experienced user alike. It includes complete descriptions of each sign, plus full-torso illustrations. There is also a subject index for easy reference as well as alternate signs for the same meaning.