Visual, animated walkthroughs of common ASL signs for babies and toddlers. Tap any card to see diagrams of the handshape and motion.<\/p>\n
Learn the ASL sign for \u201cmore\u201d \u2014 often baby\u2019s very first sign. Visual diagrams show the flat-O handshape and the two-tap movement, plus ti…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ceat\u201d \u2014 the flat-O hand tapping the lips, shown with visual diagrams. Includes when to model it at meals, common t…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cmilk\u201d \u2014 squeezing a fist open and closed like milking a cow. Visual diagrams show both hand positions and the squ…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cplease\u201d \u2014 a flat hand rubbing a circle on the chest. Visual diagrams show the handshape, placement, and circular …<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201call done\u201d (finished) \u2014 both open hands flipping from palms-in to palms-out. Visual diagrams show the start positi…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201chungry\u201d \u2014 a C-shaped hand slid down the chest. Step diagrams, toddler versions, and meal-time use cases.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cthirsty\u201d \u2014 the index finger traced down the throat. Includes diagrams and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cdrink\u201d \u2014 curve a C-hand and bring it to your mouth like a cup. Diagrams and use cases included.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cwater\u201d \u2014 a W handshape (three fingers up) tapped twice on the chin. Visual diagrams included.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201chelp\u201d \u2014 a thumbs-up fist sitting on an open palm, lifted together. Includes step diagrams, when to use it, and to…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201csleep\u201d \u2014 an open hand drawn down the face, closing into a soft fist. A useful bedtime cue with diagrams.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cbath\u201d \u2014 two soft fists rubbing the chest like scrubbing in the tub. Includes step-by-step diagrams.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cdiaper\u201d \u2014 pinching at both hips like snapping diaper tabs. Step diagrams included.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201chot\u201d \u2014 a claw hand twisting sharply away from the mouth. A core safety sign for any home.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ccold\u201d \u2014 two fists shaking at the shoulders like a shiver. Visual diagrams plus when-to-use tips.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201churt\u201d \u2014 two index fingertips tapped together at the sore spot. Helps toddlers tell you where it hurts.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cmom\u201d \u2014 the thumb of an open hand tapped on the chin. Diagrams plus tips for teaching family signs.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cdad\u201d \u2014 the thumb of an open hand tapped on the forehead. Companion sign to mom, with visual diagrams.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cbaby\u201d \u2014 cradling and rocking your forearms like holding an infant. Easy first family sign.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cdog\u201d \u2014 a thigh pat plus a finger snap, like calling a dog over. With toddler-friendly variations.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ccat\u201d \u2014 pinch and pull outward from the corner of the mouth, like drawing whiskers.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cball\u201d \u2014 two curved hands tapping fingertips, shaping a ball. Diagrams and play tips included.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cbook\u201d \u2014 press palms together and open them like pages. Diagrams and story-time tips inside.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cbed\u201d \u2014 cheek resting on the back of your hand like a pillow. Pairs with sleep for full bedtime routine.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ccar\u201d \u2014 pretend to grip a wheel and turn it. Diagrams and tips for transitions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cshoes\u201d \u2014 tap two fists together like clicking heels. Useful for leaving-the-house routines.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201chat\u201d \u2014 two pats on the top of your head. Diagrams and dressing-routine tips.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cbanana\u201d \u2014 peeling motion down an upward index finger. With diagrams and snack-time use cases.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201capple\u201d \u2014 a bent knuckle twisted in the cheek. Diagrams and snack-time use cases.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ccracker\u201d \u2014 tap a soft fist on the elbow. Easy snack-time sign with diagrams.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ccookie\u201d \u2014 press a claw hand into your other palm and twist, like a cookie cutter.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cyes\u201d \u2014 a soft fist nodding from the wrist. Quick win for baby decision-making.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cno\u201d \u2014 snap two fingers to your thumb in a crisp motion. Polite refusal for toddlers.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cthank you\u201d \u2014 touch your chin then move your hand forward, like a thank-you kiss.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201clove\u201d \u2014 cross two fists in a hug over your heart. Diagrams and warm-routine ideas.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201csorry\u201d \u2014 a soft fist rubbing a small circle over the heart. Great repair sign for toddlers.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cagain\u201d \u2014 Tap the fingertips of one bent hand onto your other open palm. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and todd…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cbear\u201d \u2014 Cross two claw hands at your chest and scratch. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly ver…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cbig\u201d \u2014 Two L-hands spread apart. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cbird\u201d \u2014 Open and close your thumb and index finger at the side of your mouth. Visual diagrams, when to use it, an…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cbowl\u201d \u2014 Curve both hands into a bowl and lift them slightly. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendl…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cbread\u201d \u2014 Slide the edge of one hand down the back of the other. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-frie…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cbrother\u201d \u2014 Touch a thumb to your forehead, then drop your hand into an L on the other. Visual diagrams, when to u…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ccake\u201d \u2014 Curve a claw hand and lift it off your other flat palm. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-frie…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ccandy\u201d \u2014 Twist an index finger in the corner of your cheek. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ccarrot\u201d \u2014 Bring a soft fist to your mouth and crunch twice. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cchair\u201d \u2014 Curve a bent-V hand and rest it on the back of your other bent-V hand. Visual diagrams, when to use it, …<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ccheese\u201d \u2014 Press two open palms together and twist them. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly ver…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cchicken\u201d \u2014 Pinch index and thumb open and shut at your mouth, then dip toward your other open palm. Visual diagra…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cclean\u201d \u2014 Wipe one open palm across the other. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cclimb\u201d \u2014 Two bent-V hands climb upward over each other. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly ver…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cclose\u201d \u2014 Two flat hands swing together in front of you. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly ver…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ccome\u201d \u2014 Curl an index finger toward you twice. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ccow\u201d \u2014 Make a Y-hand at your temple and twist it forward. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly v…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ccup\u201d \u2014 Set a C-hand down on your other open palm. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cdance\u201d \u2014 Swing a V-hand back and forth above your other flat palm. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-f…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cdirty\u201d \u2014 Wiggle open fingers under your chin, palm down. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly ve…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cdoctor\u201d \u2014 Tap a curved hand on the inside of your other wrist. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-frien…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cdoor\u201d \u2014 Pivot one flat hand open and shut against the other. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendl…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cdraw\u201d \u2014 Drag the tip of your pinky in a wavy line across your open palm. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and tod…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cduck\u201d \u2014 Open and close index and middle fingers against your thumb at your mouth. Visual diagrams, when to use it…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cegg\u201d \u2014 Tap two V-hands together, then split them apart and down. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-fri…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201celephant\u201d \u2014 Trace an arc out from your nose with a curved hand. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-frie…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cfast\u201d \u2014 Flick both thumbs forward from a fist. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cfish\u201d \u2014 Hold a flat hand sideways and wiggle it forward through the air. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and tod…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cflower\u201d \u2014 Touch a flat-O hand to one side of your nose, then the other. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and todd…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cfork\u201d \u2014 Tap a V-hand down onto your other open palm. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cfriend\u201d \u2014 Hook two bent index fingers together, then flip and hook the other way. Visual diagrams, when to use it…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cfruit\u201d \u2014 Twist an F-hand (index + thumb pinched) on your cheek. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-frie…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cgive\u201d \u2014 Two flat-O hands move out from your chest toward the other person. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and t…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cgo\u201d \u2014 Two index fingers swing forward from your chest. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly vers…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cgrandma\u201d \u2014 Touch the thumb of an open hand to your chin, arc it forward in two short hops. Visual diagrams, when …<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cgrandpa\u201d \u2014 Touch the thumb of an open hand to your forehead, arc it forward in two short hops. Visual diagrams, w…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201chappy\u201d \u2014 Brush an open hand upward twice on your chest. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly ver…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201chome\u201d \u2014 Touch a flat-O hand to your cheek, then to the side of your face near your ear. Visual diagrams, when to …<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201chorse\u201d \u2014 Bend a V-hand at your temple and flick it forward twice. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-fr…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cice cream\u201d \u2014 Bring a soft fist to your mouth as if licking a cone. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-f…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cinside\u201d \u2014 Dip a flat-O hand into the C of your other hand. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly …<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cjuice\u201d \u2014 Trace a small J at the corner of your mouth with your pinky. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddle…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cjump\u201d \u2014 Stand a V-hand on your other palm and lift it up and down. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-f…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ckey\u201d \u2014 Twist a bent index finger into the palm of your other hand. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-f…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201clike\u201d \u2014 Touch thumb and middle finger to your chest, then pull them outward and pinch. Visual diagrams, when to u…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201clisten\u201d \u2014 Cup an open hand behind your ear. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201clittle\u201d \u2014 Two flat hands move close together. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201clook\u201d \u2014 Point a V-hand from your eyes outward. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cmonkey\u201d \u2014 Scratch both claw hands up and down at your sides. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendl…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cmoon\u201d \u2014 Hook a curved index and thumb at the corner of your eye. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-fri…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cmusic\u201d \u2014 Swing one open hand back and forth above your other forearm. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddle…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cneed\u201d \u2014 Bend your index finger into an X and tap it downward. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friend…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201copen\u201d \u2014 Start with two flat hands together, then open them apart. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-fr…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201corange\u201d \u2014 Squeeze a C-hand twice at your chin. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Teaching your toddler American Sign Language (ASL) opens a world of early communication. The sign for \u201coutside\u201d is one of the most useful…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cpark\u201d \u2014 Make P-hands and circle them around each other. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly ver…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cphone\u201d \u2014 Hold a Y-hand to your ear and mouth. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cpig\u201d \u2014 Flap a flat hand under your chin twice. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cpizza\u201d \u2014 Trace a Z shape in the air with a bent-V hand. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly ver…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cplate\u201d \u2014 Trace a circle in the air with both thumbs and middle fingers. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and todd…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cplay\u201d \u2014 Make two Y-hands (thumb and pinky out) and shake them at the wrists. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201crain\u201d \u2014 Hold two open hands up high and wiggle the fingers down twice. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddl…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cread\u201d \u2014 Move a V-hand down and across your other open palm. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201crice\u201d \u2014 Scoop a V-hand toward your mouth twice from a flat palm. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-fri…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201crun\u201d \u2014 Hook the thumb of one open hand into the index of the other, shoot both forward. Visual diagrams, when to …<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201csad\u201d \u2014 Drag two open hands downward in front of your face. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly …<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cscared\u201d \u2014 Flinch two fists open in front of your chest. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly ver…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cschool\u201d \u2014 Clap two flat palms together twice. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cshare\u201d \u2014 Sweep the edge of one open hand back and forth across the index of the other. Visual diagrams, when to u…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201csick\u201d \u2014 Tap your middle finger on your forehead and your other middle finger on your stomach. Visual diagrams, wh…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201csing\u201d \u2014 Sway one open hand back and forth in front of your other forearm. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and to…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201csister\u201d \u2014 Touch a thumb to your jaw, then drop your hand into an L on the other. Visual diagrams, when to use it,…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201csit\u201d \u2014 Curve your dominant bent-V hand onto the back of your other bent-V hand. Visual diagrams, when to use it, …<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cslow\u201d \u2014 Drag one open hand slowly up the back of the other. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201csmell\u201d \u2014 Wave an open palm up past your nose. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201csnow\u201d \u2014 Wiggle open hands gently from up to down, palms forward. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-fri…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201csoup\u201d \u2014 Curve one hand into a spoon scoop and bring it to your mouth. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddle…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cspoon\u201d \u2014 Scoop a curved V-hand off your other palm. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cstand\u201d \u2014 Stand two fingertips of your dominant hand on the palm of the other. Visual diagrams, when to use it, an…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cstar\u201d \u2014 Alternately tap two index fingers upward. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendly versions.<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cstop\u201d \u2014 Chop the edge of one hand down onto the open palm of the other. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and todd…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201csun\u201d \u2014 Trace a small circle above your head with a C-hand, then open it. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and tod…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cswim\u201d \u2014 Two flat hands push outward from your chest in a swimming stroke. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and to…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ctable\u201d \u2014 Tap the back of one flat hand on the other forearm. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friendl…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ctake\u201d \u2014 Reach a claw hand forward and pull it back into a fist at your chest. Visual diagrams, when to use it, an…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201ctaste\u201d \u2014 Tap the tip of your middle finger to your lower lip. Visual diagrams, when to use it, and toddler-friend…<\/p>\n
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Learn the ASL sign for \u201cteacher\u201d \u2014 Two flat-O hands move from your forehead outward, then drop into open palms. Visual diagrams, when to …<\/p>\n
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