Parents can give their babies a way to share their wants and needs as early as 7 months old by using basic American Sign Language (ASL) signs with them. Babies know what they want and need months before being able to tell you verbally. Using signs gives them a way to let you know what they're interested in before they can talk.
These classes are open to parents of babies any age. However, we recommend that your baby is able to sit up on their own and have their hands free, so that you see the results of your commitment sooner rather than later.
Sign Language for Babies: a 6-week interactive series that includes:
* An overview of language development
* Over 50 American Sign Language (ASL) signs
* Easy ways to incorporate signing into your daily routine
* Fun songs and activities to facilitate the learning of signs
* Take home reference materials
Research has found positive benefits of signing with babies including:
* an enriched parent-infant bond
* earlier development of speech
* larger vocabularies and increased communication skills
* reduced frustration for both baby & parents
* higher scores on intelligence tests
* an increased interest in books
Sign Language for Babies is offered in 6-week sessions. Level 1 is for babies who are not signing yet, and Level 2 is for babies who are starting to sign. Level 1 graduates have the option to either move on to Level 2 immediately if they are ready for more signs, or to review Level 1 at a discounted price - call 818-380-3111 for more info!
Sign Language for Babies (SLFB) Schedule:
Please call 818-380-3111 for current schedule.
Please call 818-380-3111 to reserve your space in our next session or sign up on the online registration page.
Or if you're still wondering about something (When should I start signing with my baby?,
Will signing delay my baby's speech?, etc), check out the Sign Language Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page.
Testimonials
“This was the most rewarding class I’ve ever taken. I love being able to promote communication with my babies at such a young age.”
Grace Brown-Mayberry
"All of the other children learned what the signs meant and were very interested. Great class!”
Jennifer Hiete
“Sign Language for Babies went far beyond my expectations."
Karina Parsur
“Sign Language For Babies-What a wonderful way to communicate with your baby. I’m so glad I took the time and learned this second language.”
Kathy Kravitz
“The Sign Language for Babies Class, I found to be crucial to my son’s development. I couldn’t imagine if my son had not had this class. Awesome!”
Jessica Greer
“My son loved the signing and we loved communicating with him in a whole new way.”
Susan Morris
“The class was awesome. I was so surprised with my daughter’s growth with signing, talking, and overall interaction.”
Lisa Brunson Perkins
“The class was very fun.”
Rebecca Zawarski.
“The class was great! I think the Sign Language For Babies class is a wonderful idea.”
Helene Rosenthal
“Good introduction to basic signs and good pace.”
Edwin and Aline Mirzabeigi
“Thank you for our wonderful sign language class. We use our signs everyday and can’t wait for the next class!”
Deana and Derrick Lee
“I did not want the class to end. I came in to take the class just for something to do with Kai and came out learning so much. Thank you.”
Kelly Franklin
“It was a great way to stay motivated and not become overwhelmed. I loved the songs that we sung.”
June Christy
“Great class. My wife wants to take it again!”
Brian and Christy Mallut | 
