Welcoming Spring with the Baby Signs® Program
Fresh Ideas to Help Your Baby Learn & Grow This Season
Spring is in the air! Flowers are blooming, birds are singing, and the world seems to be waking up from winter’s chill. This season of renewal is also the perfect time to refresh your baby’s learning experience. By introducing spring-themed signs and playful activities, you can help your little one sharpen communication skills while enjoying everything that makes spring so special.
Spring Signs to Teach Your Baby
Try incorporating these simple, seasonally inspired signs into your daily routine. Remember to pair each sign with the spoken word and lots of encouragement:
Bring your fingertips together, then touch them to your nose as if smelling a flower. Use this sign whenever you point out fresh blooms in the garden or on walks.
Circle your dominant hand above your head, then open and close it like a shining sun.
Pinch your thumb and index finger together near your mouth (like a beak opening and closing).
Hold both hands up, fingers spread, and wiggle them downward to mimic raindrops.
Springtime Activities with a Signing Twist
Nature Walk “I Spy”
- What You’ll Do: Head outdoors and look for seasonal sights—flowers, birds, blue skies, and rain puddles.
- How to Incorporate Signs: Each time you see something spring-related, pause to use the corresponding sign and say the word out loud.
Flower Planting
- What You’ll Do: Plant some seeds or potted flowers with your baby’s “help.”
- Signing Tip: Encourage your child to use the “flower” sign as they watch the blossoms grow, and talk about the magic of new life.
Spring Storytime
- What You’ll Do: Read books featuring gardens, sunshine, and animals.
- Signing Tip: Whenever you come across a word you’ve been signing (like “sun” or “bird”), pause to demonstrate the sign.
Raindrop Art
- What You’ll Do: Use blue paint or markers to make “raindrops” on paper. Get creative with cotton balls for clouds!
- Signing Tip: Show the sign for “rain” while your child dabs or splatters the paint. It’s messy fun that ties directly into language learning.
Explore the Outdoors with “My Outside Adventure” Class
To take your child’s spring exploration even further, check out our My Outside Adventure class. Designed to help children (ages 2 to 5) appreciate the magic around them when they venture outside, this 45-minute session incorporates:
- Songs, Activities & Signs: Introduce key signs, spark curiosity, and have fun together.
- Simple Craft Projects: Make hands-on creations that reflect nature’s wonders.
- Tips from Drs. Acredolo & Goodwyn: Learn how to nurture a child’s “pride in accomplishment,” fostering independence as they explore the world.
Whether you’re looking to reinforce the spring signs you’ve taught at home or simply want to spark a deeper love for nature, My Outside Adventure offers a playful, educational way to celebrate the season. Learn more here.
Spring is a season of growth—for nature and for your little one’s language journey. By weaving in simple, spring-themed signs and hands-on activities, you’ll cultivate both communication skills and precious memories. So get outside, smell the flowers, and watch the world (and your baby’s vocabulary) bloom!
Happy Signing—and Happy Spring!
Want more spring-themed resources or additional baby sign language tips? Explore our Baby Signs® classes and materials to keep the learning fun and engaging all year long.
