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American Sign Language Dictionary for Beginners: A Visual Guide with 800+ ASL Signs

by Tara Adams

A visual reference for building an ASL vocabulary

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A visual reference for building an ASL vocabulary

Organized as an illustrated dictionary, this beginner’s guide brings together more than 800 American Sign Language signs. Full-color photographs accompany the vocabulary, while written directions explain how to form each sign and address more difficult concepts. Entries can be consulted alphabetically or located through a category index covering areas such as activities, animals, emotions, places, and events. The book’s structure makes it useful both for working through vocabulary and for looking up a sign by topic.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Beginners with no prior ASL experience
  • Learners who benefit from photographs alongside written signing directions
  • People seeking an indexed reference to ASL vocabulary

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American Sign LanguageVocabulary buildingVisual language instruction

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Book overview

A user-friendly dictionary with 800+ ASL signs

Whatever your reason for learning the richly expressive language of American Sign Language (ASL), this book will guide you through the initial stages of your signing journey. It's filled with everything you need to master more than 800 essential vocabulary words, including detailed directions that make it simple to develop your ASL skills.

What sets this dictionary apart from other sign language books for beginners:

  • No experience required--Find comprehensive, clearly written guidance that makes sense of American Sign Language for beginners, with helpful explanations of more difficult concepts, plus plenty of tips for success.
  • Instructional photographs--See ASL in action with full-color photographs that illustrate how to sign each vocabulary word.
  • Easy-to-find signs--Study each sign in alphabetical order or search by category with a handy index that organizes signs by activities, animals, emotions, places, events, and more.

Build up your ASL vocabulary with the American Sign Language Dictionary for Beginners.

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