Frank Carlson Library

Anyone interested in learning American Sign Language should turn to The Talking Hands series. This set of books teaches children common words and signs across a diverse range of themes and subjects. The text includes fun, vibrant photographs that illustrate words that are translated in both English and Spanish. Clothes/Ropa features signs for a variety of clothing and other terminology related to apparel. Learning any language, either spoken or manual,...

From Halloween to Independence Day, holidays and celebrations are an important part of our lives. That's why young readers will be thrilled to learn the signs for their favorite celebrations! Both Spanish and English translations encourage kids to explore different languages and methods of communication. Learning any language, either spoken or manual, begins with vocabulary acquisition. This series offers readers a basic introduction to American Sign...

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. Both English and Spanish translations are included for each of the words that is profiled. Days and Times/Dias y Horas introduces kids to signs associated with simple scheduling. Learning any language, either spoken or manual, begins with vocabulary acquisition. The...

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 professions and simultaneously get a basic lesson in sign language. Both Spanish and English translations encourage kids to explore different languages and methods of communication. Learning any language, either spoken or manual, begins with vocabulary acquisition....

Learn how to sign many different words that are opposites.

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 favorite people. Both Spanish and English translations encourage kids to explore different languages and methods of communication. Learning any language, either spoken or manual, begins with vocabulary acquisition. The trilingual Talking Hands series offers readers...

Provides illustrations of American Sign Language signs and Spanish and English text for various animals.

Provides illustrations of American Sign Language signs and Spanish and English text for various foods.