Say It by Signing: Conversing in American Sign Language

Welcome to the fourth most commonly used language in the United States -- sign language. Learning to communicate with the hearing impaired is easy with Living Language Say It By Signing, and here's why: A visual presentation is the best way to learn a visual language. English subtitles appear as an aid, but you can test yourself by replaying the lessons as they appear without subtitles. Learn at your own pace by replaying the lessons until you feel comfortable moving on to the next lesson. Repetition is the key to learning any foreign language. CONTENTS: Meeting friends -- basic greetings, introductions, family members Going out -- days of the week, time expressions, sports and recreation, modes of transportation At a restaurant -- food, drinks Shopping -- clothing, colors, numbers, money Each dramatized lesson is followed by additional vocabulary and expressions. The manual alphabet is also included.Costello, Elaine is the author of 'Say It by Signing: Conversing in American Sign Language', published 1989 under ISBN 9780517560983 and ISBN 0517560984.