Let's Sign Together

The best way how to teach your little one sign language is to join our Kindermusik classes!

Kindermusik curriculum is based on the knowledge that sign language is one of the many ways in which adults can engage children on their paths to learning language.

Sign language is unique because, when paired with words and actions, it makes language learning a multisensory experience, and that's our goal.

The classes are led by Advanced Signing Time instructor and you'll learn and get to practice an extensive sign language vocabulary, which will make the communication with your little one successful from very young age.

You can learn more about the program.
http://kindermusikwithsilvia.kindermusik.com/findaclass

Signing "MORE" at our Baby Signing Workshop yesterday:)

Eight couples have started an exciting journey of growing closer to their little ones through this wonderful way of communication. HAPPY SINGING and SIGNING!

It feels amazing to share the great gift of signing with our little ones!
After successful Baby Signing Workshop in Bodytree Studio last week, I will be talking tomorrow about Signing and Early Language Development at the opening of the newest dots&links center in Khalidiya. You can still register and join the event!

http://www.dotsandlinks.ae/news_events.php

News & Events | Dots & Links Unlocking Potential

Thank you very much for a lovely class today. I will miss your adorable babies a lot:(

Please check out the resources for practicing new signs we learnt today. BALLOON, GAME, BUBBLES, MUSIC, TELEPHONE

Songs “In the sky” and “Toy Box”by Rachel Coleman, both from BST DVD no.4.

and songs to your favorite tunes...

Song „Big Balloon“ by Ronai Brumett
Sung to the tune of „Row, Row, Row Your Boat“

Song „Bubbles, Bubbles” by Rebecca Overson
Sung to the tune of “Frere Jacques”

Song „Telephone“ by Laurie Berkner. Check it out here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmxW1rykTDo

Tips for Story Time:

Alligator Purse by Nadine Bernard Westcott
Bubbles, Bubbles by Kathi Appel
Emily’s Balloon by Komako Sakai

Here is the link for useful ASL dictionary which I mentioned: http://www.signingsavvy.com/

Please be in touch if you need any help with signing. I thank you in the names of your babies for giving them this amazing gift:)

It was pleasure meeting you all. Wishing you all the best.

Silvia

Telephone Laurie Berkner gives us this song about the telephone.

Learn Sign Language » Sign of the Week – Baby Download the Flashcard (click on the image. Print in color or black-and-white and adjust the print size according to your needs.)

This week is the last class of our Baby Signing Time course. We will make it very playful as the theme is TOY BOX. It would be great if you bring your child’s favorite toy with you.

Last week’s class was full of healthy treats. Hope your babies enjoyed our little picnic. Please practice these signs: APPLE, PEAR, CARROT, PEACH, JUICE, COOK, FRUITS, VEGGIES, GARDEN, IMPORTANT, WORK.

Here are few tips for the books with this theme:

The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
Orange Pear Apple Bear by Emily Gravett
Eating the Alphabet by Lois Ehlert
I Can Eat the Rainbow by Annabel Karmel

And websites with songs and poems to practice new signs you learnt:

http://www.preschoolexpress.com/music_station07/fruit_songs_rhymes_aug07.shtml

http://www.preschoolexpress.com/music_station05/music_station_nov05.shtml

I hope to see you all on Tuesday.

Food songs & rhymes by Jean Warren Preschool Express. A FREE on-line early learning activity newsletter for parents and grandparents of preschool children. Written by Jean Warren author of Piggyback Songs, Theme-a-saurus and 1*2*3 Art.

Dear Ladies,

Let’s practice these new signs with your adorable babies. We learnt the opposites and colors of the rainbow.

HOT, COLD, YES, NO, DIRTY, CLEAN, YOU, ME, OPPOSITE, WET, DRY, BIG, SMALL, COLORS, RAINBOW, RED, ORANGE, YELLOW, GREEN, BLUE, PURPLE

These videos can be helpful for you.

The Colors of the Rainbow http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVcJHv32i18
Hello, Goodbye song by Beatles http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zPOT8Z3UlM
Cute Baby Signing to keep you motivated http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gSZfW4gVhI.

I have few books to recommend too.

Opposites by Eric Carle
What’s Up Duck by Tad Hills
Black White, Day Night by Laura Vaccaro Seger

Next week is about tasting some yummy fruits and veggies. The theme is That Tastes Good.

Have a great weekend and I will see you on Tuesday:)

Colors of the Rainbow "Colors of the Rainbow" is featured on Signing Time! Volume 6: My Favorite Things

Please check out the signs from last week class about Friends and Feelings. I am sure you have got lots of opportunities for practicing while getting together with other babies.

FRIEND, PLAY, SHARE, NICE, FEEL, HAPPY, LAUGH, SAD, CRY plus TOGETHER, TOWER, TAKE TURN, EASY, DIFFICULT, FUN, TOYS

We sang the songs “Let’s Be Friends” and “Can You Feel It?” by Rachel Coleman. The lyrics are available here http://www.signingtime.com/resources/music-songs/lyrics #

Our class tomorrow will be about Opposites. So get ready to get dirty and clean and to feel wet and dry...

Hope to see you all:)

Song Lyrics | Signing Time

Learn Sign Language » Sign of the Week – Leaf Download the Flashcard (click on the image. Print in color or black-and-white and adjust the print size according to your needs.

http://signingtime.net/pdf/st/bstsignreview1.pdf

Learn Sign Language » Sign of the Week – Soap Download the Flashcard (click on the image. The file contains a few color and black-and-white options. Print according to your needs.)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehOXZEuhj3E&feature=relmfu

interview with Emilie and Rachel the creation of Baby Signing Time