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Talking Hands

Learning any language, either spoken or manual, begins with vocabulary acquisition. This 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 and descriptive captions help readers begin learning signs. Informative sidebars enhance the text. These unique books help children broaden their communication horizons and expand their language skills.

Animals
From the Series: Talking Hands

How do you say rabbit in sign language? Learn the signs for a wide variety of animals, ranging from the tiniest mouse to the most gigantic elephant. More →

  • Reading Level Grade 1
  • Lexile 540
  • Copyright 2015
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Colors and Shapes
From the Series: Talking Hands

You probably know that an egg is white and in the shape of an oval, but do you know the sign for it? Learn the signs for five shapes and eight colors, as well as for a creative selection of… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 1
  • Lexile 480
  • Copyright 2015
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Days and Times
From the Series: Talking Hands

Talking Hands teaches beginning readers basic American Sign Language in a fun and informative way. Photographs and illustrations help the audience to view signing as easy and exciting. Days… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 1
  • Lexile 530
  • Copyright 2015
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Family and Friends
From the Series: Talking Hands

Want a new way to show someone who your best friend is? How about using signs to tell your classmates about your family? Young readers will be delighted to learn a new way to discuss their… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 1
  • Lexile 570
  • Copyright 2015
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Feelings and Emotions
From the Series: Talking Hands

Young readers will be absolutely thrilled when they learn a variety of signs to help them express how they feel. Happiness, excitement, and amazement are simply a few of the emotions that… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 1
  • Lexile 510
  • Copyright 2015
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Food
From the Series: Talking Hands

Are you in the mood for some ice cream and pie? Young readers will learn the signs for these scrumptious deserts, as well as for fruits, vegetables, meats, and a sampling of other familiar foods. More →

  • Reading Level Grade 1
  • Lexile 660
  • Copyright 2015
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Greetings and Phrases
From the Series: Talking Hands

The Talking Hands series provides readers with a basic introduction to American Sign Language. Greetings and Phrases uses fun and vibrant photographs and illustrations to teach a variety of… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 1
  • Lexile 450
  • Copyright 2015
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Questions and Answers
From the Series: Talking Hands

Both photos and illustrations present readers with common questions and various common answers and their corresponding ASL signs. More →

  • Reading Level Grade 1
  • Lexile 480
  • Copyright 2015
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
School
From the Series: Talking Hands

School has never been so exciting! Kid-friendly photographs and comprehensive diagrams teach young readers various signs for objects around the classroom. More →

  • Reading Level Grade 1
  • Lexile 540
  • Copyright 2015
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Seasons
From the Series: Talking Hands

Winter is the perfect time for ice skating, and what would summer be like without baseball? Learn the signs for the four seasons, as well as for the weather and activities that traditionally… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 1
  • Lexile 540
  • Copyright 2015
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Weather
From the Series: Talking Hands

The Talking Hands series introduces American Sign Language across a diverse range of themes and subjects. Combining colorful photos and illustrations, these books give kids the basics in… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 1
  • Lexile 600
  • Copyright 2015
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Work
From the Series: Talking Hands

People in various professions shape our communities, so it's important to be able to discuss the workers who play a role in our daily lives. Young readers receive an overview of different… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 1
  • Lexile 600
  • Copyright 2015
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8

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