Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #121042 in Books
• Published on: 2000-03-30
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback

Customer Reviews

Priceless
We started using the basic signs with our son from about 6 months and the effect was very quick. Within a month he was able to understand and show that he was trying to sign back. An interesting thing we have found is that he does not particularly use them now. He will learn new signs initally but then seems to stop using them, even though my a partner and I persist in using them. However, I think a very positive consequence (either of the signing or natural ability) is that he started speaking very early and has quite an advanced vocabulary and speaks clearly. Now we are at the stage where we try a new sign, saying the word along with it, and he learns to say the word before doing the sign back.

We continue to use it as a method for teaching him new words rather than expecting him to sign back. The real value for us has been in communicating what we want (e.g touch-no), or asking him questions, using signs.

The main (and first) benefit were the initial signs - milk, more, all gone and eat. Especially milk, all gone and more. They really helped us and I'm sure they will help you too. Thankfully communication has not been a frustration for us because of Mr Garcias work.

Well worth every penny!

Great idea, disappointing format
I was looking forward to receiving this pack as I have seen other children signing, and couldn't wait to get going learning the signs to teach my baby. I had spoken to people who just bought the book, who knew others who thought the video and kit was worth the extra value. I'm afraid I don't think it is.

The video demonstrates the ideas written about in the book, which is quite nice, but there is nothing new on it. The book demonstrates how to do the signs really well in pictures, so the video doesn't add much.

The most disappointing was that this is meant to be a UK Edition, but the main book, quick reference guide and obviously video, are all in American sign language. The only British sign language part is a companion booklet. It would make so much difference if the quick ref guide was also provided in BSL, so that it could be shared with other 'caregivers' as the book suggests. I am now undecided whether to use ASL or BSL with my baby.

I still recommend the book (if you are happy to use ASL) as the idea is great, but don't think the kit is worth the extra money, even at this lower price.

Worth all the hard work - be patient!
I bought the complete learning kit after watching a t.v. programme where babies were actually doing sign language. I was a bit sceptical and was worried that this would prevent our son from talking, but my husband talked me into buying it. The optimum time to start with your child is around 7-8 months of age. After what seemed a very long 6 months of trying to teach our son the first few easy signs, we were rewarded with his first sign "milk" at 14 months. He hasn't stopped doing it since. We realise it will take time for him to learn more signs but hopefully this will eliminate the frustration of not being able to talk yet and if it prevents the "terrible two's" I think it's well woth it. Don't be concerned that your child won't talk, it has't stopped our son...