About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their baby or toddler is showing signs of frustration, unable to express their basic needs and wants. 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Signs' offers a gentle, colorful introduction to American Sign Language, helping to bridge the communication gap. Each page features one of Eric Carle's iconic illustrations alongside a simple sign, such as 'milk,' 'more,' or 'all done.' This fosters a deep sense of connection and understanding, empowering little ones and reducing tantrums. By giving them a way to be heard before they can speak, it builds early confidence and strengthens the loving bond between caregiver and child.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
N/A. This is a straightforward concept book teaching basic ASL signs. It does not contain any sensitive topics.
Ideal Reader
A 9-month-old who is starting to point and grunt to express their needs, and whose parent is looking for a way to ease communication challenges. Also excellent for any infant or toddler (ages 6-24 months) as a tool for early language development and bonding.
Parent Prep
No prep needed. The signs are illustrated clearly. However, a parent might want to quickly watch a video of the signs online to ensure they are modeling the movements correctly, as a 2D drawing can sometimes be ambiguous. The book is best used interactively, with the parent saying the word, making the sign, and encouraging the child to mimic. The parent has just witnessed their 1-year-old have a meltdown, pointing at the kitchen and crying, but the parent can't figure out exactly what they want. They feel helpless and wish there was a way to understand their child's specific need (milk? snack? water?).
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