British Sign Language For Dummies
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This lively guide introduces the key hand shapes and gestures you need to communicate in British Sign Language. The illustrations depict both the actions and facial expressions used to sign accurately, while the online content features real-life BSL conversations in action to further your understanding. With these practical tools, you’ll become an expert signer in no time!
British Sign Language For Dummies includes:
Starting to sign – learn about Deaf communication and practise simple signs to get you going
Learning everyday BSL – develop the grammar and vocabulary skills that are the building blocks to using British Sign Language
Getting out and about – sign with confidence in a wide range of real-life situations, from travelling to dating
Looking into Deaf life – learn about the history of the Deaf Community and how they’ve adapted their technology and lifestyles to suit their needs
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Additional information
| Publisher | For Dummies, 1st edition (7 Nov. 2008) |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Paperback | 336 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0470694777 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0470694770 |
| Dimensions | 18.8 x 2.03 x 23.37 cm |
by Jamie R.
So easy to understand and learn from. Teaches realistic conversational and communication skills. Also teaches a bit of history on the topic and how to respectfully interact with and refer to the deaf community
by Happy one
Need a cd drive
by Claire
thank you
by mandy
Great and very worthwhile
by Mighty Mouse
Makes it easy to jump in and have a go. A great starting point.
by Paul Rak
Wife was going a BSL course, so bought this to help. Very good.
by KarenCantle
Book was good, content ok.
by Zoe Beckwith
Great book but when I looked how to sign the months, I noticed that April is missing