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Naomi Chunilal, TALK magazine, National Deaf Children's Society, Issue no. 169 Autumn 1998.
This latest book on learning BSL is comprehensive and up to date reference guide to many commonly used signs. Written for parents, other learners at all levels and BSL tutors, it is a clear and 'easy to use' dictionary of signs giving pictures along with a written explanation of each sign. It also explains different meanings for each sign and the context in which to use them. The book outlines the role of the British and American finger spelling alphabets and gives details of how to sign each letter in both systems. A list of useful organisations is included at the back. This pocket-sized book is crammed full of accessible information in a clear format at a reasonable price.
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Sign Language Link was first published in March 1998 in pocket book format and the contents were refined and revised in March 1999. The accessible, convenient pocket edition continues to be immensely popular with beginners. However, this new DESK edition has been produced in response to requests for material in larger print and format for people with limited vision, that can be opened flat and leave the hands free. Intended to supplement Deaf Awareness and sign language classes, it will be continually revised, updated and expanded in response to need. Comments and suggestions are always welcome. The Appendices now include notes of guidance for communication with people with combined sight and hearing loss alongside the illustrated deafblind manual, with the British two-handed and American one-handed fingerspelling alphabets from the first edition. The Useful Address section is fully updated, and a comprehensive Index has been added. The addition of the PREFACE sets the scene that calls for change. In spite of the Disability Discrimination Act of 1995, deaf people's needs remain little understood by professionals and the general public alike. Until British Sign Language is given equal status to other minority language, the Deaf community will remain an oppressed minority. Contains 360 illustrations of everyday signs in alphabetical order of the English headings. The headings give each sign's meanings in context, with explanatory captions of how the sign is made and details of facial/bodily expressions and other variations of the same sign. 168 pages approximately 8" x 6" paperback published 1999 by Co-Sign Communications, Stockton on Tees.
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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Like the other Cath Smith books, this is a good book to get started with. I found it useful to take with me to my BSL level one classes, since it's quite small but also contains many of the signs you need for that stage. It is similar to the Sign Language Companion, but not identical. The illustrations are clear, although the symbols used to explain movements might take a while to get used to. Overall a good dictionary,there is a lot of information considering the size of the book.
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book has the ability to communicate a whole new language for those who wish to talk to deaf people or even if you are just curious about how signing works. A fabulous , fascinating and educational read
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A wonderful book. I have just started to work closely to a young child with down's syndrome who responds to sign language. This book is perfect and ideal for beginers.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Good Book, Good Service
The book was delivered within a couple of days of me placing my order. It is in perfect condition and at a very competitive price. Read more
Published on 13 April 2010 by Ms. Ran Kalsi
Brilliant
Obviously, the pics are not 3D, as anyone just beginning in BSL, or any other version of Sign Language would wish, but despite this, it is extremely clear, & well set out. Read more
Published on 11 April 2010 by Bill Aitch
pocket sign language
This came free with a Link sign langugae book i bought i keep it in my hand bag always, as even though i've passed my sign exams i dont sign to deaf people that often and it's easy... Read more
Published on 28 Nov 2009 by Mrs. Teresa Green
Ideal for fitting in you handbag
This is a fab little book. Illustrations are great and easy to follow. I practice everywhere now I have this at hand.
Published on 8 Oct 2009 by Magical3
A useful dictionary.
A handy, compact book, used by hearing children & adults learning the language. The pictures provide a clear image of hand position, shape & movement accompanied by a written... Read more
Published on 12 Aug 2009 by Mrs. E. Kinder
Good helpful little book
This little book is so handy, explains the signs well and is easy to follow, if you are studying British Sign Language it is very helpful and managed to get me through my course... Read more
Published on 2 Jun 2009 by Ms. A. Brown
A very handy little pocket book
The day after I bought this little book I was asked directions by someone who couldnt hear or speak, which made me think very deeply about the need for everone to have the minimal... Read more
Published on 24 Feb 2009 by Sally Wilton
quick dictionary
Its easy to use and you can find most words you are looking for. Got a few pictures then a discription of what to do.
Published on 6 Feb 2009 by Heather Mckendrick
Helpful Quick Reference Book
Am studying BSL 1 and have found this very useful for quick reference. It's only small and obviously doesn't cover BSL in detail but for those everyday signs its really useful. Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2004 by Mrs. C. Cornelius
Clear, concise description of BSL
There is a 1000 word index which is very easy to navigate.
Different variants of a sign are explained clearly. Read more
Published on 8 Oct 2000
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