Research shows that sign language hastens speech development, reduces frustration in young children by giving them a means to express themselves before they know how to talk, increases parent-child bonding, and lets babies communicate vital information, such as if they are hurt, or hungry. A 2000 study funded by the National Institutes of Child Health and Human Development, shows that young children who learn sign language speak sooner than other children (Glairon, 2003).If I had to guess, I'd say the parent-child (and sister-brother) bonding is the biggest benefit.
Anyway, an ASL video dictionary might come in handy, soooo
http://www.aslpro.com/cgi-bin/aslpro/aslpro.cgi
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