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Aurora Tollestrup, BS Ed

Video: Toddler Sign Language

07/12/2015

While these signs are simply recommendations, it is important to use sign often and in context. The efficacy of the sign instruction and the child’s ability to retain and use the signs is completely dependent upon how often the child is exposed to the signs in the correct context. It is also important to note that children will typically not begin signing back until they are approximately 8-14 months old, according to Claire Vallotton, Ph.D.