Valerie Carter
Sign Language and Down Syndrome
Children with Down syndrome often have delayed speech and language challenges. They often have smaller jaws, lower muscle tones in their...
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Valerie Carter
- May 25
- 2 min
7 Super Reasons to Teach Babies Sign Language
There are many good reasons for teaching sign language to babies. For one thing, their basic needs and wants can be expressed and...
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John Carter
- Apr 28
- 2 min
The ASL - Sports Connection
Sign Language got an interesting start in Baseball. The umpire Cy Rigler began using hand signals in the minors in 1905 so that...
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Valerie Carter
- Feb 19
- 1 min
Should Sign Language Be Required Learning?
Imagine if schools started teaching kids as early as preschool, how to sign. (https://www.cceionline.com/the-benefits-of-sign-language-fo...
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- Dec 9, 2022
- 2 min
The Gift of Communication
The Holiday season brings the entire family together, but the end of the year can be difficult for family members that struggle to...
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Randi Curhan
- Oct 3, 2022
- 2 min
Celebrating Differences at Community Event
Kudos to a California nonprofit whose mission is to give language to all while celebrating our differences! GraceSigns recently...
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Valerie Carter
- Jul 19, 2022
- 2 min
Language Binds Us
Hearing for those with it, is something that is often taken for granted. Never having the ability to hear is a different matter. I can...
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Valerie Carter
- Jun 22, 2022
- 1 min
Signs of Summer
The summer season brings a smile for many of us. It also gives us a chance to expand our signing vocabulary. As you enjoy the longer...
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Valerie Carter
- Mar 22, 2022
- 1 min
The ABC's in ASL
Learning Sign Language may seem daunting but if you familiarize yourself with the American Sign Language (ASL) alphabet, you will be...
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- Feb 25, 2022
- 3 min
What Makes a Great ASL Interpreter
People are recognizing the importance of inclusivity, which is why there is a greater demand for American Sign Language (ASL)...
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Valerie Carter
- Jan 15, 2022
- 2 min
Pets and Sign Language: YES!
As you probably know, pets give us a great deal of peace and joy every day. During these turbulent times, being with our pets is...
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- Nov 11, 2021
- 2 min
The Brain...a Living Computer
Brain Development early and throughout life.
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Valerie Carter
- Sep 20, 2021
- 3 min
7 Fun Facts about Sign Language
There are many interesting facts about sign language: its origins in France; the vast number of signed languages internationally;...
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Valerie Carter
- Jul 26, 2021
- 2 min
5 Fun and Free Family Summer Activities
Summer is here and there is still plenty of time to make the most of it! Recharge, renew and reconnect with your family with these...
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Valerie Carter
- Jun 30, 2021
- 2 min
10 Shows with Sign Language to Watch Right Now
Craving a bit more sign language in your viewing. These current shows feature amazing actors, reality stars and plenty of ASL to fill...
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Valerie Carter
- Mar 12, 2021
- 2 min
Include Disability in Diversity
Diversity- according to the Oxford Dictionary - is a "range of many people [or things] that are very different from each other." ...
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Valerie Carter
- Dec 9, 2020
- 3 min
Holiday Lockdown Upside Ideas
Winter lockdown can be a real challenge but it can also afford the opportunity to explore some exciting new avenues. No doubt about it,...
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Valerie Carter
- Oct 15, 2020
- 1 min
Eight Easy Ways to Enjoy Halloween during COVID
Is it possible to have fun and be safe this Halloween? Yes it is possible! Here are some simple ideas~ 1) If trick or treating -wear a...
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Valerie Carter
- Sep 24, 2020
- 2 min
Do You Need a Hearing Test?
Hearing is something we tend to take for granted. In fact, sometimes hearing loss goes unnoticed. It is important to be tested.
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Valerie Carter
- Jul 27, 2020
- 1 min
Choosing Love
Recently, I encountered an old friend and we discussed life, our daily challenges and family. She had lost someone extremely close to her...
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