This video along with the text teaches basic sign language in an uncomplicated format.

Videotext (DVDs in place of videotapes) and workbook designed to provide a way to review and practice what is learned in the classroom. Each of the units revolves around a major language function such as asking for and giving directions and talking about life events.

Pictures of children demonstrate the forming in sign language of 150 basic alphabetically arranged words, accompanied by illustrations of the words themselves. Includes a discussion of fingerspelling and general rules for signing.

"Begins with the story of Beanca, a girl who was born deaf and uses American Sign Language (ASL) to communicate, and then goes on to explain the history of ASL"--Provided by publisher.