Posts Tagged ‘baby signs’
Winter-Themed Communication: Baby Signs® for the Season
As the weather turns colder and days get shorter, families find themselves navigating new routines, new environments, and—sometimes—new challenges. Winter brings big feelings for little ones: excitement, sensory overload, chilly transitions, bundling up, and more time indoors. It’s a perfect season to lean into early communication. The Baby Signs® Program gives babies and toddlers simple,…
Read MoreWhy the Baby Signs® Program Is the Perfect Gift for New Parents This Season
Choosing the perfect gift for new parents can feel overwhelming—especially when you want to give something meaningful, useful, and long-lasting. This season, thousands of families around the world are turning to the Baby Signs® Program, and it’s easy to see why. Instead of clothes babies outgrow or toys that get forgotten, Baby Signs® offers something…
Read MoreFrom Our Hands to Yours: A Thanksgiving Message from the Baby Signs® Program
Thanksgiving is a time for slowing down, coming together, and appreciating the moments—and people—that matter most.Today, we want to pause and express our heartfelt gratitude to you. Whether you are a parent, caregiver, educator, instructor, or community partner, thank you for being part of the Baby Signs® family. Your commitment to helping babies communicate before…
Read MoreThankful Hands: Using Baby Signs® to Teach Gratitude
🧡 Thankful Hands: Using Baby Signs® to Teach Gratitude Helping Babies Express Appreciation Through Signs November is the perfect time to focus on gratitude — and believe it or not, your baby can join in too!With the Baby Signs® Program, even the youngest members of the family can learn to express thankfulness long before they…
Read MoreLove, Language, and Connection: How Baby Signs® Supports Adoptive Families
💞 Love, Language, and Connection: How Baby Signs® Supports Adoptive Families Celebrating National Adoption Month Every November, National Adoption Month honors the families who grow through love and commitment — and the children whose lives are transformed through belonging. Adoption is a powerful act of connection, but it can also come with unique emotional and…
Read MoreAmerican Academy of Pediatrics Endorses Baby Sign Language | Baby Signs®
🩺 The AAP Gives Infant Sign Language a “Thumbs Up” 📝 **Editor’s Note:** This post was originally published in 2010 on the Baby Signs® Blog and has been updated in 2025 with refreshed context, current resources, and links to help today’s parents and professionals make informed choices about using sign language with babies. Why the…
Read MoreHow to Use Baby Signs® in Storytime & Circle Time
Build Language, Connection & Engagement Through Signing Looking for a simple way to make storytime and circle time more interactive, inclusive, and engaging? Add signs! 🙌 Using Baby Signs® during storytime or circle time boosts early literacy, language development, attention span, and participation—even among the youngest learners. Signing while reading or singing makes communication visual,…
Read More🎃 Baby Signs® Halloween Fun: Spooky, Sweet & Full of Signs!
🎃 Baby Signs® Halloween Fun: Spooky, Sweet & Full of Signs! Halloween is right around the corner—and it’s the perfect time to blend the excitement of costumes, candy, and pumpkins with language learning your baby will love. Whether your little one is dressing up for the first time, tagging along for trick-or-treating, or just watching…
Read MoreCelebrate the First Day of Fall with Nature Signs!
September 22 marks the first day of fall—and with it comes colorful leaves, crisp air, cozy routines, and new learning opportunities for little ones. One fun and meaningful way to welcome the season is by introducing fall-themed signs that help babies and toddlers explore the world around them. From crunchy leaves to pumpkins on the…
Read MoreMythbusting: Will Signing Delay My Baby’s Speech?
One of the most common questions we hear from parents considering baby sign language is: “If I teach my baby to sign, will it delay their speech?” It’s an understandable concern—and it’s also one of the biggest myths about baby signing. The truth?🖐️ Signing does not delay speech. In fact, it often supports and accelerates…
Read MoreEnhancing Communication and Safety with Baby Signs®
Celebrating National Baby Safety Month with the Baby Signs® Program Welcoming a new baby into your life is an exhilarating experience—full of joy, wonder, and a strong desire to keep your little one safe. As parents and caregivers, ensuring your baby’s well-being is always a top priority. Every September, National Baby Safety Month reminds us…
Read MoreLearning the Alphabet Just Got More Fun—with Signs!
What if your child could see the alphabet come to life—through movement, fun, and connection? With our ABC Sign With Me! class, children ages 3–6 build early literacy skills while learning the ASL signs for each letter. Designed to be fun, interactive, and developmentally appropriate, this Baby Signs® class makes learning the alphabet a multisensory…
Read MoreWhat Is Baby Signs® Center Certification—and Why Does It Matter?
Top 5 Reasons to Get Baby Signs® Center Certified ✅ Boost communication in infants and toddlers—before they can speak✅ Reduce behavior challenges by helping children express their needs✅ Strengthen relationships with families through shared strategies✅ Empower your educators with tools they can use every day✅ Stand out as a certified center committed to early learning…
Read MoreOn the Grow™ Enrichment Classes: Playful Learning for Children Birth–5
Discover On the Grow™ enrichment classes for children birth–5. Fun, engaging learning designed for families and early childhood professionals! Looking for fun, engaging, and research-based ways to support your child’s development? ✨ You’re going to love the On the Grow™ Classes! ✨ Designed by child development experts, the On the Grow™ Program offers playful, educational…
Read MoreWhy the Baby Signs® Program is the World’s Leading Program for Hearing Babies
Why the Baby Signs® Program is the World’s Leading Sign Language Program for Hearing Babies When it comes to helping babies “talk before they can talk,” no program has had the global impact, research foundation, and trusted reputation quite like the Baby Signs® Program. Since its development by child development experts Drs. Linda Acredolo and…
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