backUAD Bookstore Products : Sign Language Books And Videos
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American Sign Language Computer Dictionary $ 25.00 Description: "(Book) The second in a series of specialized language dictionaries, Random House Webster's American Sign Language Computer Dictionary extends Random House Webster's established, successful sign language reference line into the world of computers, the Internet, e-mail, and the World Wide Web. This unique compilation of ASL signs is the ideal, up-to-date reference tool -- providing access to cyberspace for members of the Deaf community, their families, friends, teachers, and colleagues." |
American Sign Language Dictionary $ 25.00 Description: "(Book) An illustrated abridgment of the most authoritative reference book on sign language, with well-written and easily understood instructions for the use of each sign. More than 5,000 signs and 8,000 illustrations. And now includes more than 500 new signs and 1,500 new illustrations. " |
American Sign Language Dictionary - Hardcover $ 60.00 Description: "(Book) Appearing first in 1981, this dictionary remains the largest and most comprehensive book of sign language ever published. Now, completely revised and expanded, American Sign Language features: More than 7,000 sign entries, plus cross-references, More than 12,000 illustrations, 2,000 more signs than any other ASL dictionary, including dozens of signs that have only recently come into usage, Arranged alphabetically to enhance usability." |
American Sign Language Legal Dictionary $ 27.00 Description: "(Book) The task of using sign language in a legal setting is far more complex than in other circumstances. The meanings of otherwise ordinary terms have unique meanings when used in the legal arena. Because of the unique nature of legal terminology, Random House Webster's American Sign Language Legal Dictionary becomes a necessary resource. Many of the signs in the book are strings of signs that conceptually define the legal term. Though strings of signs may be cumbersome for conveying an English term, the signs serve to provide a clear meaning of the term, reducing the possibility of miscommunication. Contains more than 1,000 defined and described signs, with full definitions, full-torso illustrations, and clear descriptions for every sign." |
American Sign Language Medical Dictionary $ 25.00 Description: "(Book) Whether in a medical emergency or a routine doctor's visit, it is crucial for medical professionals to communicate effectively with deaf patients. Here at last is an affordable and thorough dictionary of medical terms in American Sign Language, which is needed by the deaf and the medical community alike. Over 1,000 important signs for medical terms, including signs for illnesses, treatments, drugs, and anatomy, are defined in English (to avoid dangerous mix-ups), described with step-by-step instructions for making the sign, and fully illustrated with full-torso drawings in this easy-to-use reference book, the first in a series dedicated to special-interest American Sign Language." |
Basic Course in ASL - English Version $ 33.00 Description: "(Book) This popular textbook contains 22 lessons which present basic explanations and examples of ASL structure, drills and exercises, vocabulary and dialogues for conversation. Illustrations are clear and simple to follow. Also included is a section on Deaf Culture and Community." |
Basic Course in ASL - Spanish Edition $ 33.00 Description: "(Book) America's number one sign language text features English and Spanish translations side by side! This book is designed for teachers, parents and students working with Deaf Hispanic American children and adults learning English and American Sign Language." |
Basic Course in ASL - Student Study Guide $ 12.00 Description: "(Book) Designed to supplement the text, this guide provides a wide array of supplemental practice materials for student and teacher. Exercises and practice sentences allow students to practice receptive and expressive skills." |
Basic Course in ASL - Videotape $ 40.00 Description: "(Video) Designed to illustrate the various exercises and dialgoues preented in A Basic Course in American Sign Language. Four Deaf teachers and three hearing students provide a variety of models for the exercises. Offers excellent practice in reading signs in conversation. Ideal for classroom reinforcement and home study. (Each video [5 videos] is approximately 60 to 90 minutes in length and includes voice-over, no captions)" |
Essential ASL $ 9.00 Description: "(Book) A handy pocket-sized dictionary of introduction to ASL. More than 700 signs for frequently used words and phrases are common presented with illustrations that include hand, arm, and facial movements." |
Handmade Alphabet $ 8.00 Description: "(Book) A beautifully illustrated version of manual signing from the American Sign Language will not only teach the hand signs for each letter of the alphabet, but is a feast for the senses as well. Laura Rankin's exquisite art work, shows the hand in each of the 26 positions with an object of the same letter to serve as a visual clue. Her close up pictures are beautiful enough to frame, yet easy enough to emulate-making it a wonderful tool to use to teach signing. Your child ages 3-10 will enjoy perfecting each letter while increasing his or her fine motor skills, and will delight in learning a new language. A lot of love and hard work went into the making of The Handmade Alphabet, share it with your children, hearing or deaf they will love it." |
Joy of Signing $ 24.00 Description: "(Book) This popular dictionary of approximately 1,500 signs is known for its clear presentation of sign origins, which makes learning signs easier. Signs are presented in sentences for proper context, and features an appendix giving information about the most effective way to add signs to spoken English. " |
Joy of Signing - Puzzle Book 1 $ 4.50 Description: "(Book) Whether you are learning sign to communicate with a Deaf person or just for personal pleasure this book is designed to be an inviting way to learn and review. Each puzzle is correlated with a chapter in The Joy of Signing, 2nd Edition and can be worked alone or with a group. A fun way to play and learn!" |
Learn to Sign the Fun Way $ 15.00 Description: "(Book) The perfect guide to signing - for everyone! Whether you are a teacher, or a parent, this lively self-guided book of ASL will quickly become your kids' new favorite teacher. Great games and activities for both individual and classroom with signs grouped by topics that appeal especially to kids, including: people, animals, food & drinks, colors, sports, alphabet & numbers, activities, action, body parts, school talk, thoughts & feelings, silly & fun signs, clothing, and much more! " |
Learning American Sign Language - Levels I & II $ 55.00 Description: "(Book) This book is designed to help people successfully interact with Deaf American Sign Language users. Lessons are structured around language needed for common life situations and contain dialogues, grammar instruction, exercises, and vocabulary lists. For professionals and instructors who work with deaf people, or anyone who wants to learn sign language." |
Learning American Sign Language - Levels I & II with DVD $ 99.00 Description: "(Book) This book is designed to help people successfully interact with Deaf American Sign Language users. Lessons are structured around language needed for common life situations and contain dialogues, grammar instruction, exercises, and vocabulary lists. For professionals and instructors who work with deaf people, or anyone who wants to learn sign language." |
Little Book of Sign Language $ 5.00 Description: "(Book) The Little Book of Sign Language is a fun start for youngsters. This compact, hardcover picture book shows how to sign the complete alphabet, numbers, and nearly fifty common greetings, words, and expressions in 128 pages." |
Perigee Visual Dictionary of Signing $ 17.00 |
Pocket Dictionary of Signing $ 8.00 Description: (Book) This convenient alphabetized pocket guide to American Sign Language is arranged in an easy-to-use dictionary format containing more than 600 signing entries with accompanying directions and illustrations. Portable enough to be carried anywhere in a pocket or purse. |
Random House Webster's Pocket ASL Dictionary (no picture available) $ 7.00 |
Signing Illustrated $ 17.00 Description: "(Book) With more than 1,350 signs, Signing Illustrated features the key elements of the most popular sign language systems which group signs with similar shapes and movements allowing the student to progress quickly and easily. The basics - a glossary, the manual alphabet, finger spelling, and hand shapes - ideal for beginners as well as a comprehensive refresher for more advanced students." |
Signing Naturally Level 1 Book & Videotape $ 50.00 Description: "(Book & Video) Part of the Vista Signing Naturally Series, the most popular and widely used sign language curriculum for teaching American Sign Language as a foreign/second language. Based on the functional-notational approach, almost every major university and college Sign Language program has adopted it as its offical curriculum. The videotext portion of this practice tool for Signing Naturally students shows how sign is used in context, while the Workbook guides learners through the video and includes an answer key for convenience. Units are divided into five sections: Language in Action, Grammar Notes, Grammar Practice, Comprehension, and Culture/Language Notes. " |
Signing Naturally Level 1 Book & DVD (no picture available) $ 60.00 |
Signing Naturally Level 2 Book & Video $ 60.00 Description: "(Book & Video) Part of the Vista Signing Naturally Series, the most popular and widely used sign language curriculum for teaching American Sign Language as a foreign/second language. Based on the functional-notational approach, almost every major university and college Sign Language program has adopted it as its offical curriculum. Signing Naturally students will find many advantages in this new study aid. Learn how sign movements can be modified to change meaning, how and when facial expressions occur, and how body, head and eye movements are used in phrasing and agreement. Humorous and informative stories help the student develop strategies for deriving meaning without understanding every sign. Each of the five units ends with a ""Language in Performance,"" where noted ASL artists Ben Bahan, Ella Mae Lentz and Freda Norman perform handshape stories, cheers and songs, poetry, drama, storytelling, and legends. Dr. Sam Supalla introduces each performance with background and cultural information. All language used is appropriate for students of Level 2 curriculum materials. " |
Signing Naturally Level 2 Book & DVD (no picture available) $ 70.00 |
Signing Naturally Level 3 Book & 2 Videos $ 70.00 Description: "(Book & 2 Videos) Signing Naturally is an exceptional teaching and learning experience. It is the ASL curriculum used at most major colleges and universities in the United States and Canada, and has been used with unprecedented success in high schools and continuing education programs. Signing Naturally provides students with the cultural awareness and signing skills needed to interact effectively in the deaf community. The Signing Naturally Level 3 materials expand on the successful techniques of Signing Naturally. Several units focus on building narrative skills, moving from an informal to a more formal presentation. Other units focus on developing language skills used in everyday life, and the skills needed to explain ideas or concepts. New in Level 3, the Signing Stories video exposes students to a variety of signers in eight separate narratives." |
Signing Naturally Level 3 Book & DVD (no picture available) $ 80.00 |
Signs Across America $ 25.00 Description: "(Book) It provides a fascinating and unique look at regional variations in American Sign Language. The authors contacted native signers in 25 states to find out their signs for 130 selected words. The results--more than 1,200 signs--are illustrated in this book. It is an invaluable reference for teachers of American Sign Language that explores the subtle differences in signs from different geographic areas." |
Signs of Drug Use - Book $ 10.00 Description: "(Book) Text has over 160 signs related to drug and alcohol use are clearly illustrated, along with notes on the derivation of each sign. A good resource for parents, interpreters, teachers and counselors. Companion video to the Signs of Drug Use text presents both front and side view of the signer. Signing is clear and easy to read and offers various ways to sign a word including synonyms and slang. Excellent supplementary material to the text." |
Signs of Drug Use - Videotape (no picture available) $ 35.00 |
Signs of Drug Use - DVD (no picture available) $ 40.00 |
Signs of Drug Use - Book & Videotape $ 40.00 Description: "(Book & Video) Text has over 160 signs related to drug and alcohol use are clearly illustrated, along with notes on the derivation of each sign. A good resource for parents, interpreters, teachers and counselors. Companion video to the Signs of Drug Use text presents both front and side view of the signer. Signing is clear and easy to read and offers various ways to sign a word including synonyms and slang. Excellent supplementary material to the text. " |
Signs of Drug Use - Book & DVD (no picture available) $ 45.00 |
Signs of Sexual Behavior - Book $ 10.00 Description: (Book) An introduction to signs used by members of the Deaf community to communicate about sexual behavior. The book offers a wealth of much-needed information to hearing interpreters and makes a marked contribution to the non-English materials available for sex education. Illustrations and notes on derivation are given for more than 100 signs. The companion video presents both front and side view of the signer. Signing is clear and easy to read and offers various ways to sign a word including synonyms and slang. Excellent supplementary material to the text. |
Signs of Sexual Behavior - Videotape (no picture available) $ 25.00 |
Signs of Sexual Behavior - DVD (no picture available) $ 30.00 |
Signs of Sexual Behavior - Book & Videotape $ 30.00 Description: (Book & Video) An introduction to signs used by members of the Deaf community to communicate about sexual behavior. The book offers a wealth of much-needed information to hearing interpreters and makes a marked contribution to the non-English materials available for sex education. Illustrations and notes on derivation are given for more than 100 signs. The companion video presents both front and side view of the signer. Signing is clear and easy to read and offers various ways to sign a word including synonyms and slang. Excellent supplementary material to the text. |
Signs of Sexual Behavior - Book & DVD (no picture available) $ 35.00 |
Sign Communication: A Family Affair (no picture available) $ 10.00 |
Sign Language Conversations $ 13.00 Description: "(Book) This book is a fun and easy way to learn beginning sign. Each chapter is organized and illustrated around a topic. Introduction to Signing, Fingerspelling, Getting Acquainted, Family & Friends, Food, Clothes & Shopping, Pets, Animals & Colors, Education, Sports, Medical Emergencies and more. Photo illustrations and diagrams show how to sign sentences in ASL with English word order shown in parentheses." |
"Word in the Hand (no picture available) $ Book 1 or Book 2" Description: , |
Workbook of Conceptual Signs $ 22.00 Description: (Book) A Workbook of Conceptual Signs is any easy-to-use reference book that lists words alphabetically with Lessons explaining concept signs and para-signs. Illustrations and descriptions of each sign makes learning sign language fun and exciting. Each lesson provides practice sentences and matching lessons for review. |
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