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Signing with Infants and Toddlers
This new section is for those of you signing with very young children. It includes resources to both help you learn sign, and to encourage your children to sign.
Do you have a baby or toddler who you are trying to teach sign, perhaps because of a hearing or speech impairment, or to support communication with a family member or friend? Or, perhaps, you are simply planning on using ?baby sign? to improve communication with your pre-verbal child.

Where do you start?
Start with only 1 or two signs that are highly motivational to the child and create high motivation settings to start. For example; take a bag of bread to feed the ducks. Give the child a small amount of bread. When they gesture/grunt etc for more; say and sign ?more? and then give them some more bread. The 2nd time do the same but this time use your hand to help the child sign ?more?. Gradually build up from there so that you end expecting the sign, before bread is supplied. However do not expect the signing to be performed perfectly and continue to ?show? the sign on your body and correct the sign on theirs if wrong.

This system works as the child is highly ?motivated? to sign. . . they want more bread.

Once you have mastered your starter set of only a few signs pick 1 topic, eg clothing, and try to introduce those signs.

Label! Label! Label!
Parents/Carers the best tip we have is ?label?. Do not sit down in the evening and try to memorise a list of signs and then use them in context the next day. This is too hard! Use something like SignPlanet.net to print labels of the signs that you are trying to learn, then stick them up where you will be using those signs. For example, stick the signs for clothing on the draw faces; that way the signs are where you need them, when you need them, and you do not have the pressure of remembering them.

Gradually building up your vocabulary in this way is easy and stress free.

Baby Sign Progress Chart
Baby Sign Progress Chart + Large Image AICChart
More Information about this item This large (A2) chart includes 32 Signs plus a space under each to document when you first show your child the sign and when they first sign it. Designed and illustrated by Auslan interpreter Claire Cooper; each sign measures approx. 6 X 6 cm.
Qty x$16.00

Nursery Rhyme Mega Set - 10 posters, 11 finger puppets, Plus DVD/CD package Hands Up and Sing
Nursery Rhyme Mega Set - 10 posters, 11 finger puppets, Plus DVD/CD package Hands Up and Sing + Large Image SetNRMega
More Information about this item This extraordinary pack includes all 10 Nursery Rhyme posters (A3, laminated), 11 Nursery Rhyme finger puppets plus the Hands Up and Sing DVD/CD set
Qty x$120.00

Old Woman Who Swallowed a Fly - Book and Auslan DVD Set
Old Woman Who Swallowed a Fly - Book and Auslan DVD Set + Large Image SetOldWSBDVD
More Information about this item This special book comes with an Auslan DVD version of the story.

The beautifully illustrated soft cover book is one of our Peek-A-Boo book, with each page including a hole that reveals an image fro the next page. It is 29 X 29cm. The DVD of the story is signed 'page by page' by members of the Theatre of the Deaf and beautifully presented in Auslan, with voiceover.
Qty x$18.00

10 Cheeky Monkeys Book and Auslan DVD Set
10 Cheeky Monkeys Book and Auslan DVD Set + Large Image Set10MonkSBDVD
More Information about this item This special book comes with an Auslan DVD version of the story.

The beautifully illustrated soft cover book is one of our Peek-A-Boo book, with each page including a hole that reveals an image fro the next page. It is 29 X 29cm. The DVD of the story includes the illustrations of the book and is signed 'page by page' and beautifully presented in Auslan, with voiceover.
Qty x$18.00

Baby Sign for Australians (2010 Edition)
Baby Sign for Australians (2010 Edition) + Large Image BabyBegin2010
More Information about this item This is the third edition of this extremely popular book. Last year it won the ‘Most Popular Baby Product’ in the Hearing Awareness Week Sign Product Awards! Over 230 sign images with easy to understand explanations Signs are listed under the categories :Getting Dressed, Food Time, Play Time, At the Park, Bath Time, Bed Time. To help you select one part of your day at a time, in which to learn and introduce sign. With additional sections including My Family, Pets, Important Words and Colours. Five popular nursery rhymes / songs. ‘Happy Birthday’, ‘Hickory Dickory Dock’, ‘Twinkle Little Star’ and ‘We Wish You a Merry Christmas’ Baby Sign information, hints and tips Including helpful ‘Hints and Tips’ from other parents and professionals; ‘Facts and Myths’ about Baby Sign; and information about ‘Auslan and how it differs from foreign sign languages’ There is also an alphabetical index at the back, to help you quickly look up signs; and now also includes a detailed list of Associations that can help parents.
Qty x$24.95

Child's Play - My First Signs - with auslan insert sheet for signs that differ from BSL
Child's Play - My First Signs - with auslan insert sheet for signs that differ from BSL + Large Image CP1STSIGN
More Information about this item This beautiful picture dictionary board book depicts over 50 commonly adopted baby/toddler signs. Each sign is clearly depicted, with descriptions of how to do the sign and colourful illustrations of the object being signed. Written in BSL, this edition includes insert stickers for Auslan variations.
Qty x$25.00

5 Little Ducks - Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION
5 Little Ducks - Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION + Large Image CP5Ducks
More Information about this item This beautifully illustrated version of 5 little ducks depicts the key signs for each sentence in Auslan, and is simply a wonderful addition to every home, library and childcare centre.
Qty x$18.00

5 little speckled frogs - Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION
5 little speckled frogs - Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION + Large Image CP5Frogs
More Information about this item This beautifully illustrated board book depicts the popular nursery rhyme 5 little frogs, with key words signed on each page.
Qty x$18.00

Child's Play - My First Animal Signs - with auslan insert sheet for signs that differ from BSL
Child's Play - My First Animal Signs - with auslan insert sheet for signs that differ from BSL + Large Image CPAnimalSign
More Information about this item Broaden signing vocabulary with this picture dictionary of forty-eight animal signs. Babies and toddlers are illustrated using signs for a range of domestic, wild and exotic animals and birds. Written in BSL this edition includes an insert sheet with notes on Auslan variations.
Qty x$25.00

Baa Baa Black Sheep - Baby Sign Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION
Baa Baa Black Sheep - Baby Sign Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION + Large Image CPBAA
More Information about this item This delightfully illustrated board book will help your child or children learn Auslan through song.

The book was produced in the UK using BSL (British Sign Language). This is an Australian modified edition to include three insert stickers inside the book for the 2 signs that are different from Auslan (Australian Sign Language).
Qty x$16.00

Humpty Dumpty - Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION
Humpty Dumpty - Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION + Large Image CPHumpty
More Information about this item Humpty Dumpty has never been more beautifully illustrated than in this Signing board book. The full page illustrations depict children acting out the nursery rhyme and signing the Auslan signs.

This book was produced in the UK using BSL (British Sign Language). The one sign that varies from Auslan (Australian Sign Language) includes a sticker in the book with the Auslan sign.
Qty x$18.00

Incey Wincey Spider - Baby Sign Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION
Incey Wincey Spider - Baby Sign Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION + Large Image CPINCEY
More Information about this item This delightfully illustrated board book will help your child or children learn Auslan through song.

The book was produced in the UK using BSL (British Sign Language). This is an Australian modified edition to include three insert stickers inside the book for the 1 sign that are different from Auslan (Australian Sign Language).
Qty x$16.00

Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear - Baby Sign Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear - Baby Sign Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION + Large Image CPTED
More Information about this item This delightfully illustrated board book will help your child or children learn Auslan through song.

The book was produced in the UK using BSL (British Sign Language). This is an Australian modified edition to include three insert stickers inside the book for the 1 sign that are different from Auslan (Australian Sign Language).
Qty x$16.00

Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star - Baby Sign Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION
Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star - Baby Sign Board Book - AUSLAN EDITION + Large Image CPTWIN
More Information about this item This delightfully illustrated board book will help your child or children learn Auslan through song.

The book was produced in the UK using BSL (British Sign Language). This is an Australian modified edition to include three insert stickers inside the book for the 1 sign that are different from Auslan (Australian Sign Language).
Qty x$16.00

Child's Play - Wheels on the Bus
Child's Play - Wheels on the Bus + Large Image CPBus
More Information about this item Children are able to communicate by signing before they develop the skills necessary for speech. This beautifully illustrated board book depicts the Auslan signs for this popular nursery rhyme
Qty x$18.00

Are You My Mother Book and Auslan DVD set
Are You My Mother Book and Auslan DVD set + Large Image SetUMyMotherSBDVD
More Information about this item This special book comes with an Auslan DVD version of the story.

The beautifully illustrated soft cover book is one we are all familiar with as one of the classic Dr Suess stories. The DVD of the story includes the illustrations of the book and is signed 'page by page' and beautifully presented in Auslan, with voiceover.
Qty x$18.00

Sign Baby - Introduction to Auslan for parents (DVD)
Sign Baby - Introduction to Auslan for parents (DVD) + Large Image SBDVD1
More Information about this item This is an incredible DVD, truly unbeatable! It is presented by Sofya Gollan, who I am sure you already recognise from ABC’s Play School, where she has been using Auslan for the last 11 years! It includes over 200 signs and is perfect for those looking to sign with babies and toddlers.
Qty x$29.95

Baby Signing Starter Pack including : Baby Sign for Australians (book), Sign Baby (new DVD), and Hands Up and Sing (DVD and CD set)
Baby Signing Starter Pack including : Baby Sign for Australians (book), Sign Baby (new DVD), and Hands Up and Sing (DVD and CD set) + Large Image SetBabySign2010
More Information about this item This special set has been designed especially for Parents and childcare workers who are learning to Signing with Infants and Toddlers (Baby Signing). The pack includes : Baby Sign for Australians (book), Sign Baby (new DVD), and Hands Up and Sing (DVD and CD set)
Qty x$74.98

Baby Sign Flash Cards - First Words
Baby Sign Flash Cards - First Words + Large Image SSFCFirstWords
More Information about this item This beautifully presented set of flashcards are perfect for babies, toddlers and young children. Each card includes a colourful photo or illustration and the Word on one side and the word and colourful illustration of a young child doing the sign on the other.

Signs depicted are : apple, baby, ball, banana, bath, bed, book, car, cat, Dad, dog, drink, duck, eat, hurt, milk, Mum, teddy bear, telephone.
Qty x$18.65

Signs that Move - First Signs Series
Signs that Move - First Signs Series + Large Image SSMoveFirstSigns
More Information about this item These incredible cards actually move! With a slight tilt of the card the image changes so that the illustrated child actually does the sign. They are bright and colourful and in such a handy size that you really can take them anywhere. There are 10 rounded corner business card sized cards in the set, toggled together by a chain. One side of the card shows the moving sign and word , the other side has the word and description of how to perform the sign.
Signs include : bed, hello, mum, more, milk, bye bye, eat, dad, finished, drink
Qty x$10.95

Hands Up and Sing - DVD and Music CD set
Hands Up and Sing - DVD and Music CD set + Large Image THTHUS
More Information about this item This package includes a CD and DVD with 17 popular nursery rhymes. Each performed in Auslan (Australian Sign Language), sung and animated.
Qty x$40.00

Teddy Bear Book and Walking Puppet
Teddy Bear Book and Walking Puppet + Large Image SetTedBdbPup
More Information about this item This set includes a Auslan Teddy Bear board book and gorgeous teddy bear walking puppet. Words can not describe just how cuddly this little guy is. He is made of the most expensive plush fur and is 20cm tall. He has ‘secret pockets’ down the back of its legs (starting at the very top of legs) so that you can insert your fingers and make him walk. He also has an elastic strip around his back to go around your wrist (if desired, great with little hands to help them control his body. He also has an adorable button tail and little red bow tie. Adorable at a teddy. Fantastic as a walking puppet!
Qty x$20.00

Australian Baby Sign : Starter Kit. (inc Book, 3 Posters, 40 household and clothing lables; presented in a beautiful storage tin)
Australian Baby Sign : Starter Kit. (inc Book, 3 Posters, 40 household and clothing lables; presented in a beautiful storage tin) + Large Image SetBabyStart
More Information about this item This special set has been designed to complement the award winning Baby Sign for Australian's. It includes the book - which guides parents and carers through over 230 Australian (Auslan) signs in an easy to learn approach based on everyday routines. PLUS three laminated, waterproof posters for your bathroom, bedroom and fridge. PLUS 40 Laminated and waterproof card labels covering clothing (to put up on your clothing cupboards and drawers) and common household objects (to put up around your house); that will bring the sign to the location you need to use it. Making it even easier to learn and use sign everyday. All in a sturdy, beautifully presented storage tin. This set is only $55 and makes a lovely gift for any family starting to sign with their baby/toddler.
Qty x$55.00

Auslan Flashcards For Beginners
Auslan Flashcards For Beginners + Large Image ACFBegin
More Information about this item This large set of cards comes beautifully presented in a hindged aluminium tin. Each card is 145 X 205 mm, single sided and cello coated. Cards depictis a large clear illustration of the sign, the English word, beautiful clipart illustration of the object and a description of how to perform the sign.

Signs included : Ball, Doll, Boy, Girl, Clean, dirty, Eat, Drink, Hot, Cold, Dad, Mum, Happy, Sad, Awake, Sleep, Toilet, Bath, Hungry, Milk, Please, Thankyou, Yes, No, Gone, More, Careful, Hurt, Good, Finish, What, Where, Smelly
Qty x$24.95

Toddies Tales (DVD) 2 - Auslan stories for Pre-school Children
Toddies Tales (DVD) 2 - Auslan stories for Pre-school Children + Large Image NCTT2v2
More Information about this item This DVD includes a wonderful collection of popular nursery rhymes and songs performed in Auslan with voice over; including: 'Ten Little Monkeys', 'The wheels on the bus', 'The Midnight Gang; The rainbow fish; The Lion and the Mouse; Going on a Bear Hunt; The Enormous Turnip, Belinda (the cow); The Ugly Duckling; Princess Smarty Pants. Approx run time : 1 hr.
Qty x$28.00

Auslan Flashcards - Beginner Numbers (1 to 10 and simple maths)
Auslan Flashcards - Beginner Numbers (1 to 10 and simple maths) + Large Image ACFNo1to10
More Information about this item This beautiful set of cards are printed on cardstock and cello caoted and comes in a hindged aliminum tin. Cards are double sided, with a beautiful illustration on one side of the number and that number of items (one scarewcrow, 6 books and so on). The other side has a colour illustration of the auslan sign.
The set includes cards for the numbers 1 to 10, zero, Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide, Equals, How Many, Count, Number.
Qty x$18.00

Auslan Counting 1 to 10 Poster (A3)
Auslan Counting 1 to 10 Poster (A3) + Large Image Count1to10A3
More Information about this item This bright and beautifully illustrated poster clearly depicts the Auslan signs for 1 through to 10; and the sign for count. Each including sign is acompanied by a bright large number and delightful illustrations (5 pink fish, and 9 yellow cars, for example). Adorable addition to the home, waiting room and school.
Qty x$6.00

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