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British Sign Language (BSL) dictionaries, books, flashcards, posters and resources for all ages and abilities. Well informed, accessible and low-cost materials in the field of deafness and Special Educational Needs.

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British Sign Language (BSL) dictionaries, books, flashcards, posters and resources for all ages and abilities. Well informed, accessible and low-cost materials in the field of deafness and Special Educational Needs.
I Can Sign a Rainbow with BSL (British Sign Language) Signs
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I Can Sign a Rainbow with BSL (British Sign Language) Signs

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This is a lovely way for groups of children to join in and learn BSL signs for colours through this popular song. The signs accompany the words to give a form of Sign Supported English (SSE) using BSL sign vocabulary. An inclusive resource and ideal for concerts and school assemblies.
Halloween Word Book of British Sign Language (BSL) Vocabulary
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Halloween Word Book of British Sign Language (BSL) Vocabulary

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A colourful little booklet of BSL signs and words for Halloween. The signs are introduced with the words beneath followed by a section with words to complete. A useful and fun introduction for all children to learn some BSL signs and particularly for children who are deaf or have special educational needs and use sign language.
The role of BSL in Total Communication
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The role of BSL in Total Communication

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This is an article entitled 'Aiming for Total Communication' written for NASEN Special Extra Magazine Issue 8 July 2013 and gives an overview of the use of British Sign Language (BSL) signs in education. It includes illustrated examples of the importance of facial expression in communication and 'iconicity' - the pictorial element of signs and how this can link to meaning. BSL signs not only form the basis of communication for many children in the field of deafness and Special Educational Needs but there are some extremely encouraging developments by Luton Borough Council with whole schools learning signs targeted at specific areas of underachievement for hearing children.
BSL Signs for Halloween
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BSL Signs for Halloween

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Colourful two pages in card format using British Sign Language sign vocabulary with word and Widgit Symbols Includes signs for words associated with Halloween - 'dress up' 'fake blood' 'pumpkin' 'skeleton' 'wizard' 'mask' 'moster' 'scary' 'sweets' and 'witch'. For BSL and SSE (Sign Supported English) users. For all children to have fun with and particularly to support children who are deaf, hearing impaired and those with additional speech and language needs.
Colour Fingerspelling Alphabet British Sign Language (BSL) for Right-handed signers
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Colour Fingerspelling Alphabet British Sign Language (BSL) for Right-handed signers

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An alternative version of the British Sign Language Fingerspelling Alphabet with darker skin tones. Signing, spelling, manual alphabet, SSE, makaton. Eyecatching and colourful guide to encourage all children to learn the Fingerspelling Alphabet. Useful as a direct link to the written word it is helpful to deaf BSL users and also in the field of Special Educational Needs to provide a visual and kinaesthetic addition to language learning for children with additional communication needs. Fingerspelling is an important and integrated part of BSL - it provides a direct link to literacy, can be easily learned and with practice can help to improve word recognition.
Colour Fingerspelling Alphabet British Sign Language (BSL) for LEFT-HANDED signers
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Colour Fingerspelling Alphabet British Sign Language (BSL) for LEFT-HANDED signers

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An alternative version of the British Sign Language Fingerspelling Alphabet with darker skin tones. Signing, spelling, manual alphabet, SSE, makaton. Left-handed version. Eyecatching and colourful guide to encourage all children to learn the Fingerspelling Alphabet. Useful as a direct link to the written word it is helpful to deaf BSL users and also in the field of Special Educational Needs to provide a visual and kinaesthetic addition to language learning for children with additional communication needs. Fingerspelling is an important and integrated part of BSL - it provides a direct link to literacy, can be easily learned and with practice can help to improve word recognition.
Political Correctness and British Sign Language signs for countries.
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Political Correctness and British Sign Language signs for countries.

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Variation and Political Correctness in BSL Signs for Countries. Sign language, SSE, Sign Supported English, Deaf Culture . Shows some illustrated examples of signs for countries with alternative versions that are considered to be more politically correct - an excellent article for discussion on the topic language and culture - ie of the effects that different cultural perspectives and sensitivities can have on language.
Sign/Action Song Heads & Shoulders, Knees & Toes
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Sign/Action Song Heads & Shoulders, Knees & Toes

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Action song, sign vocabulary, SSE, Sign Supported English, BSL, signing, singing, flashcards, matching games. Graphics of sign vocabulary and printed words for the keywords of this popular little rhyme in various formats to print out and make matching games/flashcards.
Auslan Sign Language & SSE Fingerspelling Game
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Auslan Sign Language & SSE Fingerspelling Game

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To encourage all children to learn the fingerspelling alphabet and have fun with it. How many words can be made using the letters 'AUSTRALIAN'? Some 3 letter word samples are given - together with the signs for the words - learners can complete the written word beneath. Write the full word on the board and divide into teams - one receptive and one expressive.Great for improving spelling, word knowledge and concentration. For all children who use signs to support communication and learning. Sign Suppported English and Auslan users.
British Sign Language (BSL) Question Signs & Fingerspelling Alphabet with Urdu translated words
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British Sign Language (BSL) Question Signs & Fingerspelling Alphabet with Urdu translated words

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British Sign Language Fingerspelling Alphabet border with the signs: question, why? what? when? who? how? how old? how many? where? which? and Urdu translated headings for each sign. Helpful for those working with Urdu speaking families of children who are deaf or have special educational needs and use signs in their communication. More are available on request - contact cath@deafsign.com
Colour New Guide Promise with British Sign Language (BSL) Signs
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Colour New Guide Promise with British Sign Language (BSL) Signs

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Colourful and eye-catching version with the new wording for the Guides Law promise with BSL signs to accompany the words of the promise. Suitable for BSL and SSE (Sign Supported English) users who are deaf, have special educational needs such as autism and down syndrome who use signs to support communication, and those with additional speech and language needs.
British Sign Language 'BSL' Signs for Family wih Fingerspelling Alphabet and Urdu translated words
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British Sign Language 'BSL' Signs for Family wih Fingerspelling Alphabet and Urdu translated words

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British Sign Language Fingerspelling Alphabet border with the signs: family, mother, father, brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, husband/wife, friend, neighbour and Urdu translated headings for each sign. Helpful for those working with Urdu speaking families of children who are deaf or have special educational needs and use signs in their communication. More are available on request - contact cath@deafsign.com
Rainbow Promise with BSL signs (British Sign Language) in colour
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Rainbow Promise with BSL signs (British Sign Language) in colour

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Colourful and eye-catching version with the new wording for the Rainbow promise with BSL signs to accompany the words of the promise. Suitable for BSL and SSE (Sign Supported English) users who are deaf, have special educational needs such as autism and down syndrome who use signs to support communication, and those with additional speech and language needs.
Auslan Sign Language: What to Wear signs
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Auslan Sign Language: What to Wear signs

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These are simple basic useful sign vocabulary for young children who use signs to support their learning. SSE, signs, special needs, deaf, speech and language difficulties and for whole school involvement.
Back to School BSL Vocabulary with QR code links
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Back to School BSL Vocabulary with QR code links

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For families, school staff and classmates of children who sign. This is an innovative combination of BSL British Sign Language graphics that can be printed off with QR codes to scan and link to video clips of the signs in use. This example consists of 9 school related signs. Book bag, classroom, dinner time, home time, play time, reading, teacher, teaching assistant and water bottle.
Is Sign Language Universal?
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Is Sign Language Universal?

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A colourful and informative poster to celebrate European Day of Languages with examples of signs for family members from British Sign Laguage (BSL), American Sign Language (ASL) and German Sign Language (DGS).
Auslan Sign & Spell ABC activity cards
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Auslan Sign & Spell ABC activity cards

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To complement our newly listed Auslan Sign & Spell ABC Alphabet resource this free download contains flashcards and missing letters activities containing some of the signs, pictures and words from the Frieze laid out in formats that can be downloaded and printed to create matching and pairing games for young children.