NITA’S DAY has been named one of the Best Board Books of 2020 in the #Bookstagang Best of 2020! Thank you to all of the judges and to everyone who has spread the word about the book! See the complete list of winners in all categories here.
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Nita’s Day, the latest book in the Little Hands Signing series, got a great review by Kirkus!
“Tabbed pages make flipping to the correct sign easy for sleep-deprived parents using the book as a reference. Short, simple, descriptive sentences put the signs in context. Brezzi’s stylized cartoons are clear and accessible, employing a wide range of patterns and unusual colors…Deaf culture, ASL, and early-childhood content were vetted by experts, making it suitable for Deaf children or families who want to incorporate sign into their daily routine. A handy resource for hearing and Deaf families alike.” – Kirkus Reviews
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If you missed the online launch celebration for The Runaway Shirt, you can still check out the videos below!
The Runaway Shirt Storytime in English
Kathy reads The Runaway Shirt and teaches clothing signs in ASL for a laundry-inspired song and game!
The Runaway Shirt Storytime in ASL
This storytime is presented in ASL only with no voiceover or captions. Kathy shares The Runaway Shirt, a fun laundry-inspired guessing game, and an ASL rhythm.
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In honor of the release of The Runaway Shirt, I’m giving away a signed copy of the book! This makes a great gift and may be personalized. Must by 18 or older to enter. US Only. Giveaway closes August 30, 2020.
3 chances to enter! Each one counts as a separate entry.
THE RUNAWAY SHIRT releases 8/12 so I’m celebrating with a #giveaway! RT/F by 8/30 to enter to win a signed copy. US only. More chances to win at https://t.co/XbRiXZZyNM#LittleHandsSigning @familiustalk @workmanpub pic.twitter.com/TwqHF5rnp3
— Kathy MacMillan (@kathys_quill) August 5, 2020
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In Nita’s First Signs, Nita learns about using her manners. Here’s a fun action rhyme that reinforces the ASL sign THANK-YOU!
Thank You Rhyme: A Rhyme to Sign
This is the latest entry in my Little Hands Signing video series. See the whole series here and look for more videos to come!
In Nita’s First Signs, Nita loves to play with her colorful ball! Here’s a followup song to sign with young children using American Sign Language to introduce and reinforce manners signs and turn-taking.
This is the latest entry in my Little Hands Signing video series. See the whole series here and look for more videos to come!
Sign, sing, and show your manners! Here’s a fun song to practice manners signs in American Sign Language with young children:
This is the latest entry in my Little Hands Signing video series. See the whole series here and look for more videos to come!
Summer Loomis has posted a roundup of 6 of the best baby sign language books for parents over at Book Riot – and Nita’s First Signs and Nita’s Day are both featured! Check out the complete list here.
Signing with ALL children can promote speech development, no matter what the myths say. Find out how in this video!
How Does Signing with Children Affect Speech Development?
This is the latest entry in my Little Hands Signing video series. See the whole series here and look for more videos to come!
Sing and sign with your little one for early literacy – and learn the Stinky Diaper Song!
This is the latest entry in my Little Hands Signing video series. See the whole series here and look for more videos to come!
I’m so excited to share with you this printable guide to using Nita’s Day in the classroom or storytime! Check it out for tips and tricks for sharing signs during the story, and following up with other fun ASL activities: Nita’s Day Teacher/Librarian Guide
Stories by Hand with Kathy MacMillan 