Why Teach Sign Language?
Using sign language in Down Syndrome can make life a lot easier for everyone concerned. Many children with Down Syndrome have some degree of speech delay. This makes it difficult for the child, as well as the parents, to communicate. A child (of any age) needs to be able to communicate to her parents and caregivers what she wants/needs. When babies reach a certain age, they start to form “opinions” about what they should eat, when they should eat, where they should eat and more. When your baby can’t communicate this need/want to you (the caregiver) she will become frustrated. If you can’t guess what it is she needs (i.e. a drink, a cracker, a diaper change) you will both become agitated very quickly. She will fuss and cry, and you willhmmmwell, maybe you’ll cry too! Sign Language Sign language is an excellent means for you and your baby to communicate. Many babies can pick up signs long before they speak their first words. Even more so with babies who have Down Syndrome. Since their sp
