Posts Tagged ‘language development’
Why 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…
Read MoreBaby Sign Language and Books: A Wonderful Partnership
As most of you know by now, Dr. Susan Goodwyn and I discovered through our federally funded research that signing actually speeds up rather than slows down the process of learning to talk. There are a number of reasons why. The one I’m going to focus on here is the fact that signing makes book-reading…
Read MoreSupporting Early Communication in Richland, WA: A Look Inside Our Baby Signs® Workshops
Last week, we had the privilege of facilitating two Baby Signs® workshops at the Children’s Developmental Center in Richland, Washington—one for professionals and one for families. Both were part of our mission to bring the powerful, research-based benefits of early communication to children and caregivers alike. The first session was a Baby Signs® Workshop for Professionals,…
Read MoreCelebrating Passover with the Baby Signs® Program
Help Your Little One Connect to Tradition Through Simple Signs Passover is a meaningful time for families as they gather to retell the story of freedom, enjoy symbolic foods, and share in generations-old traditions. Whether it’s your child’s first Seder or they’ve already experienced a few, incorporating infant sign language can make the holiday more…
Read MoreInstructor Spotlight: Terri Floyd, MS
Empowering Families with Early Communication At the heart of the Baby Signs® Program is a network of passionate instructors who help families unlock the power of early communication. This month, we’re thrilled to introduce Terri Floyd, MS, a Certified Baby Signs® Instructor and founder of The Note2Thrive Collaborative Coaching & Consulting. Based in Greater Central…
Read MoreWelcoming 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,…
Read MoreThe Science Behind the Baby Signs® Program
How Simple Signs Can Supercharge Language, Bonding, and Learning For over two decades, child development experts Dr. Linda Acredolo and Dr. Susan Goodwyn studied how simple gestures—now widely known as the Baby Signs® Program—can dramatically impact infants’ early communication, emotional development, and intellectual growth. Their extensive research, funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH)…
Read MoreDiscover How You Can Make a Difference with Baby Signs® Certification
Unlock the potential of infant communication with the Baby Signs® Program, the groundbreaking program that allows pre-verbal children to express their needs and feelings through simple signs. This innovative approach not only fosters early communication but also deepens bonds between babies and their caregivers. If you’re driven by a passion for child development and impactful…
Read MoreThe Heart of the Baby Signs® Program: Inside Michelle Cromeenes’ Journey
A Family’s Life-Changing Discovery When Michelle Cromeenes and her husband enrolled in a Baby Signs® Parent Workshop, their twins were just 4.5 months old. Little did they know that this single decision would spark a lifelong passion. By 7.5 months, their twins were signing back, and after their first birthday, they were learning nearly a…
Read More2024 Year in Review: Celebrating a Year of Connection & Growth
What a remarkable year it’s been! In 2024, we’ve seen families, instructors, and communities around the world embrace the Baby Signs® Program to support communication, connection, and learning during those all-important early years. From workshops and trainings to partnerships and creative ways families use signing, this year has truly been one to celebrate! Major Highlights…
Read MoreCelebrate Thanksgiving with the Baby Signs® Program
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones, enjoy delicious food, and express gratitude—and it’s also a perfect opportunity to use the Baby Signs® Program! Whether you’re preparing a big family feast or spending a quiet day at home, incorporating signs into your Thanksgiving traditions can make the day extra special and engaging for…
Read MoreEmpowering Parents and Babies: Jasmine Wooster’s Journey with the Baby Signs® Program
Jasmine Wooster’s passion for early childhood education and family support shines through in her work as a certified Baby Signs® instructor. Based in Somerset County, Maryland, Jasmine is also an Early Childhood Parent Organizer with the local Judy Center. Her journey into teaching Baby Signs® began when she received a forwarded email about becoming a…
Read MoreA Window into the Infant Mind
By Linda Acredolo, Ph.D. and Co-founder of the Baby Signs® Program. Much to my delight, the good news about baby sign language has spread far and wide—especially in contrast to how few people knew anything about it when Dr. Susan Goodwyn and I published our first research article about babies and signing in 1985. I…
Read MoreHow Creative Signing by Toddlers Transforms Everyday Moments
Bonita and crew were visiting the National Zoo in Washington, DC. Julia was enchanted by all the animals and eager to use her many animal signs to label them—monkey, lion, bear, bird, zebra, elephant, and giraffe to name just a few. But then they came to a grasslands enclosure that featured something new to her:…
Read MoreMeet Elaine Langsam: Enhancing Communication with Baby Signs® in NYC
Elaine Langsam has been a dedicated Baby Signs® instructor since 2009, bringing her expertise in early childhood education to families across New York City through libraries, hospitals, and virtually. With a Master’s Degree in early childhood education and a minor in Psychology, Elaine teaches a variety of Baby Signs® classes, including Parent Workshops, Sign, Say…
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